Driver, Local Delivery

Daikin•Columbus, OH

About The Position

The Local Driver safely operates company trucks to deliver products to customer and company locations on time. The role involves safely loading, unloading, and transferring products using equipment and forklifts at the branch, in trucks and trailers, and at delivery sites. The Driver also supports warehouse and front-counter operations as needed and provides high-quality customer service. The position works under close supervision, within well-defined instructions and established procedures, and reports to a Branch Manager, Warehouse Manager/Coordinator, or HUB Manager.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years old.
Hold a valid driver’s license in the state of employment and have an excellent driving record.
Have a working knowledge of commercial truck mechanics and current DOT regulations.
Have at least 1 year of verifiable commercial driving experience within the past 3 years.
Have 3 or more years of commercial vehicle driving experience.
Pass a DOT road test, pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, and a background check.
Meet DOT standards and undergo annual DOT screening.
Have no more than 2 moving violations and/or preventable accidents on the DMV record within the past 3 years.
Demonstrate excellent customer service skills.
Be able to use MS Office, including Outlook and Excel, Mincron, and a scanner proficiently.
Be able to multitask and assist in warehouse, front-counter, or branch operations as needed.
Be timely and conscientious about time.
Be able to operate a forklift.
Have a high school diploma or GED.
Be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.
Be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds, lift lighter items repetitively, or perform two-person lifts for heavier items.
Be able 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 Department of Transportation (DOT) and company policies and safety standards.
Load, block, brace, and secure cargo properly.
Comply with applicable driving, traffic, transportation, and safety regulations while operating company vehicles.
Operate forklifts safely and efficiently to transfer, load, and unload products, ensuring accurate products and quantities are handled.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip checks of company vehicles and forklifts according to required procedures.
Perform warehouse duties and ensure accurate products and quantities are loaded or transferred for customers.
Follow good housekeeping and safety practices.
Provide backup support for warehouse and/or front-counter operations as needed.
Perform additional duties as needed.