Driver II (DOT)

VRC Companies Careers•Loves Park, IL

10d

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 records transport. The role ensures safe transportation of company assets and customer materials while maintaining chain-of-custody, confidentiality, customer service, and regulatory standards. It supports route reliability and operational execution and may include authorized operation of Powered Industrial Trucks (PITs) and DOT-regulated CMVs when assigned. Employees must maintain required licenses, certifications, equipment authorizations, and DOT driver qualifications.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
Meet driver qualification standards under 49 CFR Part 391 when operating DOT-regulated vehicles.
Successfully complete a DOT pre-employment drug screening in accordance with federal regulations.
Maintain a current, valid DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
Maintain required licenses, certifications, and regulatory qualifications for the role.
Powered Industrial Truck certification is required; certification is offered upon hire.
Demonstrated safe driving history and commitment to defensive driving and roadway safety.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality.
Ability to interact professionally with customers and represent the company positively.
Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and chain-of-custody standards when handling customer materials.
Ability to follow established procedures and safety protocols.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Dependable, reliable, and safety-conscious.
Basic comfort with handheld technology and scanning devices.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English sufficiently to understand safety procedures, follow written instructions, complete documentation, and communicate with coworkers, supervisors, and customers.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Operate company vehicles, including DOT-regulated CMVs, on assigned service routes.
Operate Powered Industrial Trucks, including forklifts, order pickers, and electric pallet jacks, when authorized.
Drive vans or box trucks to customer locations for pickups, deliveries, and other service needs.
Work directly with customers to fulfill service requests and represent the company professionally.
Conduct and document pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
Maintain a valid DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate and comply with applicable Hours-of-Service requirements when operating regulated vehicles.
Immediately report on- or off-duty accidents, citations, inspections, and license status changes.
Use handheld scanners and inventory management systems.
Meet established productivity, timeliness, and accuracy standards.
Maintain customer confidentiality and chain-of-custody procedures.
Assist team members and support operations by loading, unloading, staging, scanning, and preparing materials for transport.
Follow operational protocols, company safety procedures, and OSHA standards.
Perform additional duties as assigned by management.