Cover Delivery Driver

Staples • Kent, WA

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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, providing outstanding customer service by helping resolve problems and accepting product returns as required. Depending on volume, you may also load vehicles. You will organize and load products using the manifest to support an efficient delivery route and schedule. Safety is a priority: you will follow safe work practices and foster the company’s safety culture. This role is essential to Staples Supply Chain’s delivery operations and customer experience.

The scheduled hours are 7:15 a.m.–3:45 p.m., Monday through Friday, with mandatory overtime. The role requires maintaining vehicle cleanliness, completing pre-trip inspections, and reporting maintenance concerns. Physical demands include lifting up to 70 pounds, pushing and pulling items weighing up to 400 pounds with hand carts or material-handling equipment, and occasionally maneuvering up to 130 pounds. Safety composite shoes are required.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving history acceptable to the company; must remain eligible to drive a commercial motor vehicle under applicable laws and regulations.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical and drug screen (no THC), to the extent legally permissible.
• Must obtain a 6-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 is 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 old.
• Ability to drive safely and courteously, navigate using maps, and handle 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 technology including GPS and mobile proof-of-delivery devices.
• Willingness to maintain vehicle cleanliness, perform pre-trip inspections, and report maintenance concerns.
• Personal commitment to growth and development; ability to suggest ideas that improve efficiency and business opportunities.
• Inclusive and collaborative approach to building relationships and resolving issues.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• At least 1 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 a variety of route assignments, covering for vacations and absences at least 50% of the time.
• Safely transport and deliver office supplies to customers on assigned routes.
• Provide customer support, help resolve problems, and accept product returns as required.
• Load vehicles when needed based on volume.
• Organize and load products using the manifest to support an efficient delivery route and schedule.
• Follow safe work practices and contribute to the company’s safety culture.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness, perform pre-trip vehicle inspections, and report maintenance concerns.
• Use technology such as GPS and mobile proof-of-delivery devices.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $25.60–$27.85 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 and an inclusive culture.
• Some full-time benefits include 112 hours of PTO, a holiday schedule with 7 observed paid holidays and 1 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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed