Delivery Driver

Parts Authority•Long Island City, NY

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Parts Authority LLC. is seeking Delivery Drivers for their Queens Plaza, Long Island City location. This is a newly created career opportunity with a company vehicle provided. The Delivery Driver is a pivotal role, serving as the main point of contact with customers and fostering strong client relationships. Parts Authority is a rapidly growing Supply Chain company with over 300 locations nationwide, founded in 1973. They offer promotable career advancement and job stability. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy full-time employment, great pay and benefits, and opportunities for advancement.

Requirements

Current, valid driver’s license
Must be able to meet company insurance requirements (drivers must be 21 years old or over)
Current valid automobile insurance with your name on the policy
Ability to lift, move, push and pull up to 50 pounds
Ability to handle prolonged sitting
Ability to lift 75 lbs (for Auto Body Parts Collision Drivers)
Ability to manage, track and account for money transactions and reconcile customer credit and debt balances
Ability to utilize a tablet and/or mobile device for navigation/route optimization, tracking, and customer interface/signature capture
Exceptional customer and verbal communication skills, ability to communicate effectively, professionally, with tact and diplomacy
Ability to take and follow directions and work well with others as part of a team
Must meet all minimum "Requirements and Qualifications" and "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" to be eligible to drive for Parts Authority.

Nice To Haves

Flexible schedule with the ability to work overtime as needed
Previous delivery driving experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Pick up and drop off automotive parts, adhering to assigned routes and time schedules.
Ensure orders are properly fulfilled.
Foster strong client relationships and provide excellent customer service.
Load, transport, and deliver items to customers or businesses in a timely, friendly, and courteous manner.
Review orders before and after delivery to ensure completeness, accuracy of charges, and customer satisfaction.
Take and follow directions from dispatcher, adhere to assigned routes, and follow time schedules.
Utilize route navigation apps and knowledge of the area to deliver packages on time.
Assist with loading and unloading items from vehicles.
Answer customer questions and professionally handle complaints and concerns.
Abide by all transportation laws and maintain a safe driving record.
Accept payments, prepare reports including invoices, return forms, and reconcile money collected.
Complete daily maintenance checks on the company delivery vehicle and notify the manager of any issues.
Assist with other store/warehouse duties such as stocking and parts pulling as assigned.
Maintain and promote workplace safety.
Secure and transfer cash or other assets.