What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Delivery Driver position at Wright Implement Company?
Discover the difference at Wright Implement, where benefits and competitive pay are top priorities for this family-owned business—become part of our family today! Wright Implement was established in 1936 on a farm in Harned, KY and has expanded to 15 locations throughout Kentucky and southern Indiana. We strive to provide the best choice of products and the highest level of service. Wright Implement is searching for qualified individuals for the purpose of selling new and used agricultural and turf equipment to new and existing customers.
Job Responsibilities
- Safely operate delivery vehicles, such as trucks or vans, to transport equipment to and from specified locations.
- Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, and perform preventive maintenance as needed.
- Plan routes and meet delivery schedules, taking into account traffic patterns and weather conditions.
- Load and unload equipment, ensuring that it is secured properly to prevent damage during transportation.
- Verify the contents of inventory loads against shipping papers to ensure accuracy.
- Maintain logs of vehicle maintenance, delivery documentation, and customer interactions in compliance with company policies and DOT regulations.
- Provide excellent customer service during delivery, which may include equipment setup and demonstration of proper use.
- Handle paperwork, such as receipts or delivery confirmation notices, and collect payments when necessary.
- Communicate with dispatch or management regarding any delivery delays, issues with equipment, or customer concerns.
- Comply with all transportation laws and maintain a safe driving record.
- Report any accidents or vehicle damage immediately to management.
- Perform emergency roadside repairs, such as changing tires or addressing minor mechanical issues, if safe and possible.
- Ensure that the equipment is clean and presentable before and after each delivery.
- Assist in the inventory management of the equipment, including checking in returned items and documenting their condition.
- Participate in ongoing training
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year of commercial driving experience
- Clean driving record with no moving violations within the last two years
- Ability to pass a DOT physical examination and drug screening
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Familiarity with DOT regulations and transportation laws
- Proficiency in operating GPS devices and electronic logbooks
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and handle heavy equipment
- Experience in securing and transporting heavy equipment safely
- Basic mechanical skills for minor repairs and maintenance of vehicles
- Excellent time management skills to maintain delivery schedules
- Strong customer service orientation for interactions with clients
- Ability to read and interpret delivery instructions and safety manuals
- Flexibility to work varied hours, including weekends and overtime as needed
- Knowledge of safe driving practices and defensive driving techniques
- Willingness to adhere to assigned routes, schedules, safety procedures, and transportation laws
Wright Implement is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.