Box Truck Driver

A.P. Moller - Maersk•Joplin, MO

About The Position

A Box Truck Driver safely operates a box truck to transport and deliver goods to customers, businesses, and designated locations. Services may include delivery inside customers’ homes, ranging from front-door drop-off to white-glove service with room-of-choice placement and product assembly. The driver loads and unloads cargo, completes required delivery documentation, and provides professional customer service. The role also involves handling and installing large appliances. The position pays an anticipated starting rate of $25.00 per hour. The schedule follows one of several five-day patterns: Saturday through Wednesday; Sunday through Thursday; or Wednesday through Sunday, with the corresponding two days off. The company may adjust the starting rate based on prevailing market conditions and factors such as location. The role requires a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record, a DOT medical qualification, and the ability to pass federal background checks for access to military and government facilities. Employees must follow company safety policies and applicable DOT, OSHA, TSA, and customer-site safety requirements, and promptly report accidents, injuries, unsafe conditions, damage, and regulatory concerns. The work includes frequent vehicle entry and exit and physical handling of products weighing up to 75 pounds. Additional responsibilities or support for other operational areas may be assigned based on business needs. Maersk is an equal-opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants may request assistance or accommodations during the application and hiring process.

Requirements

Valid driver's license (REAL ID) and an acceptable driving record.
DOT medical qualification is required.
Ability to pass federal background checks for access to military and government facilities.
Ability to read maps, use navigation tools, and maintain general geographic awareness.
Ability to accurately complete delivery documentation and operational records.
Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe work practices.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision.
Ability to work overtime and flexible schedules when required.
Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
Ability to frequently enter and exit the vehicle; stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, climb, push, pull, and lift throughout the workday.
Ability to lift and move products weighing up to 75 pounds unassisted and safely load, unload, and secure freight.

Nice To Haves

Previous box truck, delivery, or commercial driving experience.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a straight truck.
Load and unload freight, using a liftgate and pallet jack when needed.
Handle large appliances such as refrigerators, washers and dryers, and ovens.
Install large appliances such as refrigerators, washers and dryers, and ovens.
Use installation tools.
Provide customer communication and high-quality service, including white-glove service.
Communicate effectively with team leaders and managers.
Complete delivery documentation and operational records accurately.
Follow company safety policies and applicable DOT, OSHA, TSA, and customer-site safety requirements.
Immediately report accidents, injuries, unsafe conditions, equipment or cargo damage, and regulatory concerns.
Support additional responsibilities or operational areas as required by business needs.