Delivery Driver

Eckart • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

Eckart LLC is hiring a Delivery Driver to deliver products to contractors, facility maintenance departments, and homeowners while providing excellent customer service. The role involves working both indoors and outdoors, driving company fleet vehicles, planning delivery routes in coordination with the shipping supervisor, and loading and unloading products. Drivers must follow applicable road rules and Department of Transportation policies and procedures. The work schedule is 6 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. The company does not work weekends or holidays, except for voluntary projects on weekends.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Effective communication skills, attention to detail and accuracy, dependability, integrity, cooperation, adaptability and flexibility, initiative, and creative problem-solving ability.
• Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Meet the minimum age for a drive-for-hire endorsement, which varies by state and insurance regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Wear clothing appropriate for the elements and required personal protective equipment.
• Load, unload, sort, and move products and materials by hand or with basic material-handling equipment.
• Operate, navigate, and drive company fleet vehicles safely and efficiently while following government road rules.
• Plan delivery routes in coordination with the shipping supervisor to maximize efficiency and meet or exceed delivery deadlines.
• Read work orders or receive oral instructions for assignments.
• Participate in loading and unloading company fleet trucks.
• Follow Department of Transportation policies and procedures regarding load securement, transportation of dangerous goods, and commercial vehicle operation.
• Provide on-the-job training to new or junior drivers as required.
• Provide information for health and safety incident reports.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days.
• 401(k) match after one year of service.
• Paid time off.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Paid holidays.
• Company-paid life insurance policy.
• Employee discount for full-time employees, at 5% over Eckart’s cost.
• Low-stress, family-oriented environment with a good group of people.

What This Job Offers

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