Driver II (DOT) - Mon–Fri 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

VRC Companies Careers•Elmsford, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Driver II operates company vehicles, including DOT-regulated Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMVs), to complete customer service routes involving pickups, deliveries, and transportation of records and other customer materials. The role supports route reliability, operational execution, and customer service while ensuring safe transportation, confidentiality, strict chain-of-custody, and compliance with applicable federal and state regulations and company safety requirements. Drivers may operate authorized powered industrial trucks (PITs) and DOT-regulated company vehicles when assigned, and must maintain the required equipment certifications, a valid driver’s license, an acceptable driving record, and applicable DOT qualifications. The role works primarily in company vehicles and at customer locations, with regular interaction in warehouse environments. It involves driving in varying road, traffic, weather, and temperature conditions; handling and moving materials; and maintaining sustained attention and situational awareness. Driver II is described as an intermediate role in the driver job family, with opportunities for career development into more advanced driver, operational, and leadership paths.

Requirements

Maintain a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record meeting company standards.
Meet driver qualification standards under 49 CFR Part 391 when operating DOT-regulated vehicles.
Maintain a current, valid DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
Successfully complete a DOT pre-employment drug screening in accordance with federal regulations.
Maintain required licenses, certifications, and regulatory qualifications for the role; PIT certification is required and is offered upon hire.
Demonstrate attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality.
Demonstrate a safe driving history and commitment to defensive driving and roadway safety.
Interact professionally with customers and represent the company positively during service routes.
Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and chain-of-custody standards when handling customer materials on-site.
Follow established procedures and safety protocols.
Have strong organizational and time-management skills.
Be able to work independently and as part of a team; be dependable, reliable, and safety-conscious.
Have basic comfort with handheld technology and scanning devices.
Be able to read, write, and communicate in English sufficiently to understand safety procedures, follow written instructions, complete required documentation, and communicate with coworkers, supervisors, and customers.
Meet the physical demands of frequent lifting and carrying of materials weighing up to 50 pounds; extended standing and walking; and stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, reaching, balancing, and safely loading, unloading, and maneuvering materials.
Be able to work in varying and sometimes extreme weather and temperature conditions, enter and exit vehicles repeatedly, maintain alertness and sustained concentration, and safely operate a motor vehicle for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Previous route driving, delivery, or transportation experience preferred.
Experience working in warehouse, logistics, or records management environments preferred.
Experience operating commercial vehicles preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate company vehicles, including DOT-regulated CMVs, to support assigned service routes.
Operate powered industrial trucks, including forklifts, order pickers, and electric pallet jacks, as authorized and certified.
Drive vans or box trucks to customer locations for pickups, deliveries, and service needs.
Complete assigned service routes efficiently while meeting productivity, service, scheduling, timeliness, and accuracy expectations.
Work directly with customers to fulfill service requests and represent the company professionally.
Conduct and document pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
Maintain strict customer confidentiality and chain-of-custody procedures while transporting, picking up, delivering, or handling customer materials.
Safeguard sensitive customer materials during transport and service activities.
Use handheld scanners and inventory management systems.
Assist team members and support operational needs, including loading, unloading, scanning, staging, and preparing materials for transport.
Follow operational protocols, company safety procedures, and OSHA standards.
Comply with applicable Hours-of-Service requirements when operating regulated vehicles.
Immediately report on- or off-duty accidents, citations, inspections, and changes in license status.
Perform additional duties as assigned by management.