Delivery Driver - Non-CDL

US Venture•Town of Islip, NY

About The Position

U.S. AutoForce, a division of U.S. Venture, Inc., distributes tires, undercar parts, and lubricants to independent tire retailers, auto repair shops, and automotive dealerships. The Delivery Driver operates a box truck weighing under 26,001 pounds or other vehicles on assigned routes, making approximately 10–20 deliveries per day. The role involves delivering products safely and punctually in all weather conditions, maintaining required records, inspecting vehicles, loading and unloading products, collecting payments, and using a company-provided handheld device to fulfill deliveries. Drivers may also operate equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and order pickers as needed. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. or until all deliveries are completed. Schedules may change based on business needs, and overtime may be required. The workday is approximately 8–12 hours. The position requires frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds, occasional lifting up to 80 pounds, and occasional pushing force up to 40 pounds. Team lifts or mechanical equipment are used when handling commercial tires. Drivers must follow safety procedures and equipment-manufacturer guidelines. The work may involve exposure to weather, moderate noise, and fumes associated with tires and occasionally car parts and lubricants. Required protective equipment includes steel or composite toe boots, a safety vest, safety harness, seatbelt, and self-retracting lifeline (SRL); the company provides all listed equipment except the boots. U.S. Venture is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without requiring the company's employment-based visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
At least 1 year of professional driving experience with a cube van, box truck, or semi, and satisfactory completion of the company road test by a qualified assessor.
Valid driver's license and good driving record in compliance with the company's driver policy.
Valid DOT Medical Card in accordance with DOT/FMCSA guidelines.
Ability to be trained to safely use powered industrial trucks, including forklifts, and high-reach lifts as required.
Ability to safely lift 50 pounds consistently and occasionally lift up to 80 pounds; ability to exert a pushing force of up to 40 pounds.
Ability to follow instructions and safe operating procedures.
Demonstrated ability to provide quality customer service.
Ability to work overtime as needed.
Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test; THC/marijuana is not tested.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and not require U.S. Venture sponsorship to continue working legally.
Ability to meet visual, auditory, physical, and mental qualifications to operate equipment safely, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to comply with safety and manufacturer guidelines for the use of protective equipment.

Responsibilities

Drive a box truck weighing under 26,001 pounds or other vehicles on assigned routes, making approximately 10–20 deliveries per day.
Maintain accurate driver logs, fuel purchase logs, and other records required by company policy and law.
Make deliveries to customer locations safely and punctually in all weather conditions.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle.
Assist with loading and unloading trucks and occasionally operate forklifts, pallet jacks, order pickers, or other equipment as needed.
Use the provided handheld device to ensure deliveries are fulfilled.
Communicate effectively with customers, coworkers, and management.
Collect payments from customers upon delivery.
Follow instructions, safe operating procedures, and applicable equipment safety and manufacturer guidelines.
Perform other job-related tasks or follow job-related instructions as assigned, subject to reasonable accommodations.