Cover Delivery Driver

Staples Inc. • Charlotte, NC

20h • $24 - $26

About The Position

As a Cover Delivery Driver, you will drive a variety of route assignments to cover for vacations and absences at least 50% of the time. You will transport products safely and deliver office supplies to customers on your assigned route. Depending on volume, you may load vehicles. You will organize and load products using the manifest to support efficient delivery routes and schedules.

You will provide outstanding customer service by helping resolve problems and accepting product returns as required. You are expected to follow safe work practices and foster the company’s safety culture. The role also involves maintaining vehicle cleanliness, completing pre-trip inspections, and reporting maintenance concerns. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; additional overtime may be required based on business needs.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and a driving record indicating a safe driving history acceptable to the company; remain eligible to drive a commercial motor vehicle under applicable laws and regulations.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical and drug screen, including no THC, to the extent legally permissible.
• Obtain a six-month DOT medical card specific to the role.
• Basic English verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work additional hours beyond the scheduled shift; overtime will be required based on business need.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds, push and pull items weighing up to 400 pounds with hand carts or material-handling equipment, and occasionally maneuver up to 130 pounds.
• Must wear safety composite shoes.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to drive safely and courteously and navigate maps, varied weather, and road conditions.
• Ability to make sound decisions involving driving, parking, safety, and customer interactions.
• Ability to learn and use software applications, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to use GPS and mobile Proof of Delivery (POD) devices.
• Commitment to personal growth and development and to contributing ideas that improve efficiency and business opportunities.
• Inclusive, collaborative approach to relationships with colleagues and customers.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• At least one year of truck-driving experience operating a 16-foot-or-longer straight truck, or comparable driving experience.
• High-volume or small-package delivery experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive various route assignments, covering vacations and absences at least 50% of the time.
• Transport products safely and deliver office supplies to customers on assigned routes.
• Load vehicles when needed, depending on volume.
• Organize and load products using the manifest to support efficient delivery routes and schedules.
• Provide customer support, help resolve problems, and accept product returns as required.
• Follow safe work practices and contribute to the company’s safety culture.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness, perform pre-trip inspections, and report maintenance concerns.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $23.75–$26.00 per hour, based on experience.
• Opportunity to earn additional compensation through the Safety Program.
• A pair of work shoes after 30 days.
• Associate-led Business Resource Groups.
• Full-time benefits include 112 hours of PTO, seven observed paid holidays and one floating holiday, online and retail discounts, company-match 401(k), and physical and mental health wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed