Full Time - CDL Delivery Driver

Lowes•Albuquerque, NM

11d

About The Position

The CDL Delivery Driver provides customer service and delivers merchandise according to schedule. The role involves preparing and loading delivery orders, verifying merchandise and invoices, and ensuring loads comply with payload limits and Department of Transportation regulations. Drivers communicate with customers about deliveries and may unload, install, and test appliances at delivery locations. The position also includes maintaining delivery vehicles and equipment, completing required inspections and DOT reporting, updating delivery and route statuses, and supporting a clean, safe, and secure store and work environment. The driver may operate store equipment as needed and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Class A CDL license where required to operate multi-unit commercial motor vehicles, such as tractor trailers and flatbeds; or a Class A or B CDL with air-brake endorsement where required to operate single-unit commercial motor vehicles such as tandem flatbeds.
Valid medical certificate or ability to obtain one upon employment.
Ability to pass an MVR screen in accordance with company requirements.
Ability to obtain sales-related licensure or registration as required by law.
Ability to read, write, and perform basic arithmetic, including addition and subtraction.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Ability to comply with DOT and CDL regulations.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience driving a semi-truck/trailer or certification from a driving school.
Six months of experience performing in-home delivery or retail customer service.
Three months of experience operating a forklift or Moffett for loading or unloading a vehicle.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service by understanding customer needs, helping customers locate and select merchandise, answering questions, and showing appreciation.
Communicate information about merchandise, including stock, special orders, features, applications, and warranties.
Contact customers regarding deliveries or coordinate customer calls with the truck driver.
Plan delivery activities, print loading tickets, and deliver merchandise on schedule.
Pull merchandise, build and band delivery loads, and load trucks within payload limits and in delivery order.
Inspect products before loading or assisting customers with loading.
Verify items and quantities against invoices, including descriptions and model numbers.
Ensure loads are safe, secure, and compliant with DOT regulations.
Update delivery and route statuses in the tracking system.
Unload, install, and test appliances upon delivery.
Verify daily vehicle inspections and maintain the cleanliness, maintenance, and repair of delivery vehicles and equipment.
Complete DOT reporting required to maintain DOT certification and CDL compliance.
Identify signs of shoplifting, theft, and other security risks and promptly report them to management or Asset Protection.
Maintain housekeeping standards and cleanliness and organization in store and work areas.
Help maintain a safe and secure work environment by conducting safety reviews, noting hazards, keeping aisles clear, and securing doors and gates.
Follow applicable safety requirements, including top-stock safety, safety cables, aisle blockers, tether lines, spotters, and safety devices.
Operate store equipment as needed for the role and department.
Perform other duties as assigned.