Delivery Driver

Staples • Kansas City, KS

24d

About The Position

As a Delivery Driver on Staples’ Supply Chain team, you will safely transport and deliver office supplies to customers along an assigned route. Depending on volume, you may load your truck. You will organize and load products using the manifest to support an efficient route and schedule, follow safe work practices, and contribute to the company’s safety culture. You will also assist customers by providing support, accepting product returns, and resolving issues. The role uses GPS and mobile Proof of Delivery (POD) devices and includes maintaining vehicle cleanliness, completing pre-trip inspections, and reporting maintenance concerns. The stated schedule is 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Full-time associates must be able to work beyond their scheduled shift, and overtime may be required based on business needs.

Requirements

• Hold a valid driver’s license and maintain a safe driving record acceptable to the company.
• Remain eligible to drive a commercial motor vehicle under applicable laws and regulations.
• 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.
• Have basic verbal and written English skills.
• Be able to work additional hours beyond the scheduled shift; overtime is required based on business need.
• Be able 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.
• Wear safety composite shoes.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Be able to drive safely and courteously, navigate using a map, and handle varied weather and road conditions.
• Use sound judgment in driving, parking, safety, and customer interactions.
• Build collaborative relationships with colleagues and customers to resolve issues.

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 package delivery experience.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport and deliver office supplies to customers on an assigned route.
• Load the truck when needed, depending 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.
• Provide customer support, accept product returns, and help resolve customer issues.
• Use GPS and mobile Proof of Delivery (POD) devices.
• Keep the vehicle clean, perform pre-trip vehicle inspections, and report maintenance concerns.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $24.55–$26.80 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.
• For full-time associates: 112 hours of PTO and a holiday schedule including seven observed paid holidays and one floating holiday.
• Online and retail discounts.
• Company-match 401(k).
• Physical and mental health wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

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