Deliver Driver/Warehouse Associate

Austin Hose•Austin, TX

24d

About The Position

The Deliver Driver/Warehouse Associate performs delivery and warehouse duties for Austin Hose. The role includes inspecting vehicles and trailers before use, safely loading and securing orders, making timely deliveries, maintaining delivery records, and handling payment-card and receipt procedures. The associate also keeps the delivery bay and warehouse walkways clean and orderly, manages time effectively, and supports teammates or learns additional tasks when delivery work is complete. Flexibility is required, including willingness to work overtime or on call and to take on additional responsibilities for the betterment of Austin Hose.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
At least six months of driving and warehouse operations experience.
Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
Driving history must meet and maintain qualification for the corporate safety program.
Ability to learn and become proficient in Austin Hose warehouse and delivery methods, techniques, and procedures.
Ability to perform basic math calculations and interpret road maps.
Ability to communicate effectively with customers, peers, and supervisors.
Attention to detail and ability to ensure accuracy in work assignments.
Ability to maintain good working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, management, and other personnel.
Must pass random drug testing.
Willingness to work overtime and be on call.

Nice To Haves

Class CDL.

Responsibilities

Complete daily pre-trip inspection reports for each vehicle before driving and inspect trailers used for deliveries.
Drive safely, refrain from texting while driving, and use a hands-free phone when necessary.
Make deliveries on time and notify a superior or customer if a delivery will be delayed.
Report vehicle or trailer maintenance problems to a superior.
Keep a daily delivery log that records invoice numbers and delivery times.
Collect delivery orders and verify their accuracy by comparing items with pick tickets; obtain a supervisor’s sign-off before loading.
Load the vehicle or trailer according to delivery stops and secure all items safely.
Check out the credit card assigned to the vehicle being used for delivery.
Turn in all credit card and other receipts upon returning; the associate is responsible for missing receipts.
Maintain the delivery bay by disposing of empty pallets and trash.
Put orders on assigned racks and keep floors and walkways clean and free of hazards.
Manage time effectively during deliveries and warehouse work; use idle time to help the team or learn a new task.
Be flexible about working overtime or on call and taking on responsibilities not specifically listed in the job description.