Driver Associate

S.P. Richards • Batavia, IL

90d

About The Position

Responsible for the safe and timely delivery and retrieval of office products to S.P. Richards customers during overnight routes, ensuring excellent service and adherence to DOT and company safety standards.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid commercial driver's license class A as required by DOT and two (2) years driving experience.
• Must have clean three (3) year motor vehicle history.
• Must meet SPR's Driving Standards as provided at time of interview and maintain those standards throughout employment.
• Must be able to safely drive product to customers on established routes, utilizing route numbers to identify correct customer.
• Must be able to meet and fulfill all regulations and requirements for truck drivers as prescribed by the DOT and maintain valid DOT licenses or qualifications.
• Must demonstrate strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately read and match product numbers, line codes, and location identifiers in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using Roadnet system for DOT logging and POD collection.
• Familiarity with tablets or ELDs for electronic logging and route navigation.

Responsibilities

• Perform Company established and DOT mandated pre- and post-trip safety inspections of assigned vehicle.
• Check paperwork against the products ordered and shipped.
• Maintain an accurate, detailed electronic delivery log using the onboard tablet or ELD system for route navigation, DOT compliance logging, and Proof of Delivery (POD).
• Cleaning and maintenance functions of delivery vehicle.
• Adhere to all safety rules including the handling of hazardous materials.
• Retrieve returns and accurately record their numbers.
• Proficient completion of assigned delivery route in the predetermined sequence.
• Unload and/or pick up orders at designated delivery site utilizing equipment on truck which includes pallet jack, power jack, hand truck or by hand when necessary.
• Proper handling and filing of customer paperwork as needed.
• Provide courteous, efficient and professional service in dealing with customers.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: High school or GED