Box Truck Driver; Local (M-F) 5am Start $1900 biweekly

United Distributors Group•Bessemer, AL

About The Position

The Box Truck Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of products to customers while meeting customer requirements. The driver loads and unloads products, verifies contents against shipping invoices or inventories, and operates within legal speed limits and in a safe manner at all times. The role requires delivering orders on time and in good condition, completing inspections, maintaining required documentation, and collaborating with sales and delivery teams. The position works in non-temperature-controlled environments and may include exposure to heat, high humidity, inclement weather, refrigerated areas, and moderate noise.

Requirements

Must be 21 years or older.
Valid driver’s license in the applicable state.
State minimum auto-liability insurance.
Acceptable driving record and ability to maintain minimum administrative driving requirements throughout employment.
Strong attention to detail.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time to meet frequently changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to read, write, and perform basic math computations.
Working knowledge of computerized hand-held devices.
Ability to learn and use United technology.
Results-driven.
Regular, reliable attendance.
Able to use hand trucks, stairs, ramps, and docks frequently.
Able to talk and hear, stand and walk, sit, reach with arms and hands, lift and carry, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel.
Able to down-stack and relocate large amounts of product weighing up to 180 pounds throughout the day.
Able to perform greater-than-average lifting, including some overhead lifting.
Able to frequently climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Able to learn and maintain knowledge of the company and its products.
Must have close vision, distance vision, and the ability to judge distance.

Nice To Haves

1–3 years of direct experience in a similar position preferred.

Responsibilities

Deliver orders on time and in good condition while acting in a courteous and professional manner.
Comply with Department of Transportation standards and regulations and maintain a good driving record.
Unload and deliver products at assigned stops using hand trucks.
Verify the count and condition of unloaded goods and accurately report overages, shortages, and breakage or damage.
Monitor and rotate products in customer accounts as needed.
Report customer needs and concerns to management and participate in resolving them.
Complete pre-trip inspections before leaving the warehouse and post-trip inspections upon returning, and document maintenance problems and defects in writing.
Maintain communication and collaborate with the sales and delivery departments.
Become familiar with United’s portfolio of brands.
Remain knowledgeable of and adhere to federal and state regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.