Delivery Driver

CORT • San Diego, CA

27d • Onsite

About The Position

CORT Tradeshow and Events is hiring immediately for non-CDL drivers in San Diego, CA!! Drivers are key members of the delivery team, representing CORT to customers and ensuring customer satisfaction. This role is responsible for the safe and timely delivery, setup, and pickup of furnishings and equipment at trade shows and event venues. Drivers operate box trucks or sprinter vans, supervise temporary associates onsite, and ensure that all work is performed in accordance with client expectations and safety standards. Production leaders may also assist in the warehouse with loading and unloading trucks or performing essential warehouse duties.
Pay: $25 / hour
Schedule: Schedule will vary based on the needs of the business, weekends are required
Training & Travel Requirement: Candidates must be able and willing to travel to Anaheim, California, during their second week of employment for required training. In addition, the role will require occasional overnight travel through November for training and business-related activities. Travel arrangements and related expenses will be covered in accordance with company policy.

Requirements

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including regular weekends, nights, and/or early mornings, and varied hours
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 21 years of age or older
• Valid and current driver’s license in the state of residency
• A minimum of 3 months professional experience driving a 24-foot box truck or larger commercial vehicle; 1 year of experience preferred
• Physically able and willing to move furniture indoors, outdoors, up or down stairs and in all weather conditions; ability to lift 100+ pounds with a partner
• Ability to comply with Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration regulations
• Per FMSCA Regulations: Drivers must read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language, to respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records.
• Ability to maintain a valid DOT Medical Evaluator Certificate, which includes passing a physical and drug screening
• Ability to successfully pass a road test based on FMCSA/CORT requirements
• Acceptable MVR per CORT’s Safe Driving Standards

Responsibilities

• Inspect furniture to ensure acceptable condition. Load truck safely to protect products from damage during transport. Ensure accurate loading order of items to meet delivery specifications.
• Attend pre-delivery meetings to review logistics, timelines, and client expectations, contributing to smooth and successful event execution. Maintain regular communication with the operations team and/or district service representatives to report and/or resolve any issues and ensure efficient operations.
• Complete Pre and post trip truck inspections. Clean and prep trucks for future shifts.
• Complete all required written documentation. Effectively operate an electronic logging device and accurately maintain all records of duty as determined by FMCSA.
• Drive box trucks or sprinter vans on delivery routes for company benefit in a safe and lawful manner.
• Install and assemble furniture at tradeshow or event venues based on floor plans or client instructions, ensuring accuracy, alignment, and aesthetic presentation. Clean, touch up, or perform repairs as needed. Use show site mobile app to ensure and document accurate delivery.
• Inspect furniture for any customer-inflicted damage, load in trucks. Ensure no product is left behind at venues.
• Interact professionally with clients during deliveries and setups, addressing questions or concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
• Instruct temporary associates how and where to deliver, pickup, load, or unload products onsite. Ensure that work is being performed as per the clients’ requests and safely.
• Manually load or unload materials from pallets, skids, platforms, and docks. Put items away and organize within the warehouse. Unbox & clean products.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Hourly pay rate
• weekly pay
• paid training
• opportunity to earn 40 hours a week plus occasional overtime
• Promote from within culture
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision) available on the first of the month after your hire date
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays
• Company-paid disability and life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts and perks
• Profit Sharing Plan

What This Job Offers

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