Delivery Driver Assistant

DutchCrafters • LaGrange, IN

5d

About The Position

The Delivery Driver Assistant is responsible for assisting our Delivery Drivers with delivering solid wood Amish furniture to our customers. The right candidate will have a chauffeur's license and DOT medical certificate or willing to obtain both prior to starting work. Delivery Driver Assistants are expected to act as a backup driver if a Delivery Driver is unable to complete the route or for other unforeseen reasons. Assistant s also work in the warehouse as needed when not on trips .

Requirements

• Must have or be able to obtain a chauffer's license and DOT certification for secondary driving support as needed.
• 1-2 years of local delivery experience preferred.
• Experience interacting with customers preferred.
• Be organized, detail-oriented , dependable , and eager to learn.
• High school diploma or equivalent is

Responsibilities

• Assist with delivery and set up of furniture in our customers' homes while providing an exceptional customer experience.
• Calling customers to give estimated times of arrival.
• Being attentive while on the road to help ensure safe travel.
• Assist with loading and unloading our truck at woodshops and the warehouse , utilizing time saving and organization skills while also taking care not to damage the furniture.
• Assist with pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Ensure delivery delivery paperwork and online communication forms are filled out properly.
• Pull, package, and ship products for our Amazon platform to provide timely and accurate shipments.
• Follow all safety standards and requirements within the warehouse according to company policy and OSHA and notify the supervisor of all safety concerns, incidents, and/or accidents.
• Check all products for quality issues to reduce customer service claims.

Benefits

• health, dental, vision, and life insurance that begin on the first of the month after your first day of employment
• company 401(k) plan with an employer match
• 15 PTO days after 90 days of employment
• generous employee discount

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED