Box Truck Driver
About The Position
Are you a hands-on team player who enjoys helping customers and keeping things moving? We’re looking for someone who brings energy, reliability, and a can-do attitude to every route. At J.H. Larson, we value drivers who work hard, take pride in accuracy, and thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. If you’re someone who enjoys problem-solving, building strong relationships on the road and at each stop, and being part of a supportive team, we’d love to have you on board. J.H. Larson Company is an independent distributor of Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC and Datacom products with 9 locations in Minnesota, Wisconsin and South Dakota and 4 showroom locations. We remain dedicated to our employees, customers and vendors, and are positioned to move into the future as a family owned and operated business. We’re proudly celebrating our 94th anniversary this year! We have a great opportunity to join our Plymouth, MN Team as a Dock Truck Delivery Driver. This role is Monday- Friday, 4am-12:30pm. Drivers increase operational efficiency, company profitability, and customer satisfaction by providing on-time delivery services according to the mission and culture of JHL. Deliveries are accurate and dropped off at the customer’s preferred address. Drivers positively represent JHL while on customer sites and may need to work with customers for basic order problem solving.
Requirements
- Highschool diploma or GED
- 1 year working in a team environment
- 1 year experience driving a commercial vehicle, including in snow and ice conditions
- Strong verbal communication skills for interacting with team members.
- Ability to interact with customers in a friendly and professional manner.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, punctual and reliable.
- Ability to work safely and accurately
- Strong math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication) and reading skills
- Valid MN Driver’s license
- Clean driving record
- Pass the DOT physical
- No CDL required
Nice To Haves
- 2+ years driving a commercial vehicle preferred
- Up-to-date Federal Medcard preferred
- 2+ years in a warehouse setting, working with power equipment, an RF scanner, wire cutting, and pulling orders preferred
Responsibilities
- Follow assigned route and make timely deliveries/meet deadlines. Follow all traffic laws, DOT regulations, and best practices for safety while on the road
- Load trucks for delivery
- Perform basic truck maintenance such as refueling, making visual inspections, and reporting potential issues. Keep trucks clean and organized
- Communicate with team members, branch manager, and/or customers as needed regarding delivery status, instructions and issues. Work in a team environment to ensure efficient operations
- Complete paperwork and reports related to deliveries as needed
- Pick, fill, and pack orders on a timely basis to ensure prompt and accurate deliveries – including picking pipe and wire cutting when applicable. Safely utilize power equipment when necessary to fulfill orders and restock warehouse shelves
- Maintain accurate inventory management
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- STD/LTD
- 401k
- Life insurance
- Health Saving Account with employer match
- Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
- Employee assistance program
- PTO and 9 paid holidays, as well as your birthday!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
