Driver, Local Delivery

AirReps•Columbus, OH

About The Position

The Local Driver safely operates company trucks to deliver products on time to customer and company locations. The role includes loading, unloading, and transferring products using equipment and forklifts at the branch, in trucks or trailers, and at delivery sites. The driver also assists with warehouse and front-counter duties as needed and provides high-quality customer service. The work is performed under close supervision, using established procedures and well-defined instructions.

Requirements

Minimum age of 21.
Valid driver’s license in the state of employment and a current valid driver’s license.
High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of verifiable commercial driving experience within the past three years; the experience section also states 3+ years driving a commercial vehicle.
Working knowledge of commercial truck mechanics.
Working knowledge of current DOT regulations and ability to meet DOT standards.
DMV record must not show more than two moving violations and/or preventable accidents within the past three years.
Must successfully complete a DOT road test, pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, and background check; DOT screening is required annually.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to use MS Office, including Outlook and Excel, Mincron, and a scanner proficiently.
Ability to multitask and assist in warehouse, front-counter, or branch duties as needed.
Punctuality and conscientious time management.
Ability to operate a forklift.
Ability to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.
Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds, repetitively lift lighter items, or perform two-person lifts for heavier items.
Ability to stand or walk for extended periods.

Responsibilities

Load, unload, and deliver products to customer sites safely and within designated time frames, using efficient routes.
Maintain logs and reports required for compliance with DOT and company policies for vehicle, forklift, and operational safety.
Load, block, brace, and secure cargo properly.
Follow applicable driving, traffic, and transportation laws and regulations while operating company trucks.
Operate forklifts safely and efficiently to transfer, load, and unload products, verifying product and quantities.
Perform required pre-trip and post-trip checks of company vehicles and forklifts.
Perform warehouse duties and verify product and quantities being loaded or transferred for customers.
Follow housekeeping and safety practices.
Provide backup support for warehouse and/or front-counter duties as needed.
Perform additional duties as needed.
Provide customer service to customers.