Box Truck Driver

Parts Authority•Bronx, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Parts Authority, founded in 1973, is a leading national distributor of automotive replacement parts, tools/equipment and transmissions. Headquartered in Long Island, New York, Parts Authority is rapidly expanding, and today has more than 300 locations servicing customers in various states across the US. The company has grown through both organic initiatives and acquisitions, acquiring over a dozen companies as part of its expansion strategy. Parts Authority’s catalog of over 3 million parts covering more than 125 million applications ensures customer partners receive the parts they want, when they want them. The team consists of professionally trained, experienced counter people who assist in finding the right parts and brands for each application, carrying top brands for domestic and import vehicles. Each team member plays a vital role in the company's success. Parts Authority is rapidly expanding and looking for candidates to join their family, offering full-time employment with opportunities for advancement. The role is for a Box Truck Driver and is a Union Position.

Requirements

Current, valid driver’s license
Able to work weekends.
Minimum of 1 year verifiable Class C Bobtail truck driving experience.
Must be able to meet company insurance requirements- (drivers must be 21 years old or over)
Current valid automobile insurance with your name on the policy
Ability to lift, move, push and pull up to 50 pounds, prolonged sitting (Auto Body Parts Collision Drivers must be able to lift 75 lbs)
Ability to manage, track and account for money transactions and reconcile customer credit and debt balances
Ability to utilize a tablet and/or mobile device for purposes of navigation/ route optimization, tracking and customer interface/ signature capture
Exceptional customer and verbal communication skills, ability to communicate effectively, professionally, with tact and diplomacy
Ability to take and follow directions and work well with others as part of team
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving freight and materials.
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state and national laws.
Knowledge of laws, EPA regulations, DOT regulations, and OSHA regulations.
Knowledge of identifying potential safety risks ahead of time.
Must meet all of the above minimum “Requirements and Qualifications” and “Knowledge, Skills and Abilities” to be eligible to drive for Parts Authority

Nice To Haves

Flexible schedule with the ability to work overtime as needed preferred
Previous delivery driving experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Load, transport, and deliver items to customers or businesses in a timely, friendly and courteous manner.
Review orders before and after delivery to ensure that orders are complete, the charges are correct, and the customer is satisfied.
Watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure that the bobtail truck is working properly.
Take and follow directions from dispatcher, adhere to assigned routes, follow time schedules, use route navigation apps, alternative routes, when necessary and knowledge of area to deliver packages to customers on time.
Assist with loading and unloading items from vehicles without interfering with operations at customer’s place of business.
Provide excellent customer service, answer questions, and professionally handle complaints and concerns from customers.
Abide by all transportation laws and maintaining a safe driving record.
Accept payments, prepare reports to include invoices, return forms, reconcile debt and credit and all moneys collected related to deliveries.
When applicable, complete daily maintenance checks on company delivery vehicle and notify manager of any issues.
Assist in any and all other store/ warehouse duties (stock, parts pulling etc.) as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain and promote workplace safety.
Securing and transferring cash or other assets.