Delivery Driver

Parts Authority • Tampa, FL

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About The Position

Parts Authority is hiring Delivery Drivers to pick up and deliver automotive parts while following assigned routes and schedules. Drivers represent the company in daily interactions with clients and are expected to provide courteous, professional customer service, handle deliveries accurately, and work safely. The role also includes payment handling, delivery documentation, vehicle checks when applicable, and other store or warehouse duties as assigned. Parts Authority describes itself as a rapidly expanding national distributor of automotive replacement parts, tools, equipment, and transmissions, with more than 300 locations.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Previous delivery driving experience is a plus.
• 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 and correct charges and to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Follow dispatcher directions, assigned routes, and schedules; use navigation apps, alternative routes when necessary, and local area knowledge to deliver on time.
• Assist with loading and unloading items from vehicles without interfering with customer business operations.
• 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, complete daily maintenance checks on the company delivery vehicle and notify a manager of issues.
• Assist with other store and warehouse duties as assigned, including stocking and parts pulling.
• Maintain and promote workplace safety.
• Secure and transfer cash or other assets.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Pharmacy coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Basic life and AD&D coverage
• Short-term disability coverage
• Voluntary short-term disability coverage
• Voluntary 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/401(k) plan
• Employee discounts on merchandise
• Free life insurance
• Four health plan options

What This Job Offers

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