Delivery Driver

Parts Authority • Tacoma, WA

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About The Position

Parts Authority is hiring Delivery Drivers to represent the company while interacting with customers. Drivers pick up and deliver automotive parts along assigned routes and schedules, ensuring orders are complete, accurate, and delivered safely and on time. The role requires courteous customer service, careful handling of deliveries and payments, and collaboration with dispatch and store or warehouse teams. Drivers may also perform store or warehouse duties as assigned.

The listed minimum pay is $17.13 per hour. Parts Authority describes itself as a growing national distributor of automotive replacement parts, professional tools and equipment, and transmission systems, with more than 300 locations across 28 states. The company offers career advancement opportunities and job stability.

Requirements

• Hold a current, valid driver’s license.
• Meet company insurance requirements; drivers must be at least 21 years old.
• Have current, valid automobile insurance with the applicant’s name on the policy.
• Be able to lift, move, push, and pull up to 50 pounds; Auto Body Parts Collision Drivers must be able to lift 75 pounds.
• Be able to manage, track, and account for money transactions and reconcile customer credit and debt balances.
• Be able to use a tablet or mobile device for navigation and route optimization, tracking, and customer interface or signature capture.
• Have exceptional customer service and verbal communication skills, and communicate effectively and professionally with tact and diplomacy.
• Be able to take and follow directions and work well with others as part of a team.
• Meet all stated minimum requirements and qualifications to be eligible to drive for Parts Authority.

Nice To Haves

• Previous delivery driving experience is a plus.
• A flexible schedule and ability to work overtime as needed are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load, transport, and deliver items to customers or businesses in a timely, friendly, and courteous manner.
• Review orders before and after delivery to confirm completeness, correct charges, and customer satisfaction.
• Follow dispatcher directions, assigned routes, and time schedules; use navigation apps, alternative routes, and knowledge of the area to make timely deliveries.
• Assist with loading and unloading items without interfering with operations at customers’ places of business.
• Provide excellent customer service, answer questions, and professionally handle customer complaints and concerns.
• Follow transportation laws and maintain a safe driving record.
• Accept payments and prepare reports, including invoices and return forms; reconcile debts, credits, and money collected for deliveries.
• When applicable, conduct daily maintenance checks on the company delivery vehicle and notify a manager of issues.
• Assist with other store or warehouse duties as assigned, including stocking and parts pulling.
• Maintain and promote workplace safety.
• Secure and transfer cash or other assets.

Benefits

• Medical coverage and pharmacy coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Basic life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term disability coverage and voluntary short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Flexible Spending Account
• Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account
• Health Savings Account
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Accident insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Hospital indemnity insurance
• ID theft insurance
• Legal plan insurance
• Pet insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation
• Profit sharing and 401(k) plan
• Employee discounts on merchandise
• Four health plan options
• Free life insurance

What This Job Offers

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