Delivery Driver

Premier Press•Portland, OR

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Premier Press is seeking a reliable, safety-conscious Delivery Driver to deliver and pick up goods safely, accurately, and on time at customer locations, vendors, and other facilities. The role is based in-office at 5000 N Basin Ave., Portland, Oregon, and has a day shift of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the potential to work as late as 7 p.m. The position is full-time and non-exempt, with pay based on experience (DOE). It reports to the Shipping Manager and has no supervisory responsibilities. The driver operates and inspects the delivery vehicle, checks products during loading and unloading, prepares shipments, and bands or wraps pallets for delivery. The position also assists with shipping functions as needed. The driver serves as the primary customer contact at delivery, completes logs and reports, follows DOT regulations and safety standards, and reports vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage before and after routes. Other duties may be assigned, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The work environment may involve fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, and loud noise. The job is physically active, involving frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing. Employees frequently lift or move items weighing up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move items weighing up to 75 pounds. Offers are contingent on successful background checks and drug screenings; the company maintains an alcohol- and drug-free workplace.

Requirements

Valid professional driver’s license.
Clean driving record, with no accidents or serious traffic violations.
Proven working experience as a delivery driver.
Ability to operate forklifts.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Ability to work independently with a high degree of initiative and drive.
Ability to multitask and handle multiple priorities in a challenging, fast-paced environment.
Ability to work flexible hours at times.
High school diploma or GED.
Must pass a 5-panel pre-employment drug screening.
Commitment to excellent internal and external customer service.

Nice To Haves

One year of delivery experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a delivery vehicle and make routine deliveries on time, efficiently, and in a friendly manner.
Check products when loading and unloading.
Prepare, inspect, and operate the delivery vehicle.
Serve as the primary customer interface at the point of delivery.
Complete logs and reports.
Follow DOT regulations and safety standards.
Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage before and after routes.
Prepare shipments and band or wrap pallets for delivery.
Assist with shipping functions as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.