Delivery Driver

Staples • La Vergne, TN

6d

About The Position

As a Delivery Driver on Staples’ Supply Chain team, you will safely transport and deliver office supplies to customers on an assigned route. Depending on volume, you may also load the truck. You will organize and load products using the delivery manifest to support an efficient route and schedule, follow safe work practices, and contribute to the company’s safety culture.

The role also includes providing customer support, accepting product returns, and resolving delivery issues. You will use GPS and mobile Proof of Delivery devices, keep the vehicle clean, complete pre-trip inspections, and report maintenance concerns. The stated schedule is 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Additional hours and overtime are required based on business need.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving history acceptable to the company; remain eligible to drive a commercial motor vehicle under applicable laws and regulations.
• Pass a DOT physical and drug screen (No THC), to the extent legally permissible.
• Obtain a six-month DOT medical card specific to the role.
• Basic English verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work additional hours beyond the scheduled shift; overtime is required based on business need.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds, push and pull items weighing up to 400 pounds with hand carts or material-handling equipment, and occasionally maneuver up to 130 pounds.
• Wear safety composite shoes.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• For-Hire (F) Endorsement on a Tennessee Class D driver’s license.
• Ability to drive safely and courteously, navigate using a map, and handle varied weather and road conditions.
• Ability to make sound decisions related to driving, parking, safety, and customer interactions.
• Ability to build inclusive, collaborative relationships with colleagues and customers.
• Ability to use technology, including GPS and mobile POD devices.
• Ability and willingness to maintain vehicle cleanliness, conduct pre-trip inspections, and report maintenance concerns.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• At least one year of truck-driving experience operating a 16-foot or longer straight truck, or comparable driving experience.
• High-volume package delivery experience.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport and deliver office supplies to customers on an assigned route.
• Load the truck when needed, depending on volume.
• Organize and load products using the manifest to support an efficient delivery route and schedule.
• Follow safe work practices and foster the company’s safety culture.
• Provide customer support, accept product returns, and help resolve customer issues.
• Use GPS and mobile Proof of Delivery (POD) devices.
• Keep the vehicle clean, perform pre-trip vehicle inspections, and report maintenance concerns.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $22.25–$24.50 per hour, based on experience.
• Opportunity to earn additional compensation through the Safety Program.
• A pair of work shoes after 30 days.
• Associate-led Business Resource Groups.
• Full-time benefits include 112 hours of PTO and a holiday schedule with seven observed paid holidays and one floating holiday.
• Online and retail discounts.
• Company-match 401(k).
• Physical and mental health wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

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