Equipment Delivery Driver

Ziegler Caterpillar • Mankato, MN

14d • $25 - $34

About The Position

Ziegler CAT is hiring an Equipment Delivery Driver to transport equipment to customers and other Ziegler locations, supporting Rental, Sales, and Customer Repair operations. The driver is expected to have a strong work ethic, excellent customer service skills, knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations, and familiarity with the products Ziegler supports.

The role includes coordinating delivery schedules with dispatch, securing required permits, maintaining Hours of Service logs, and working with Ziegler personnel to load and unload assigned equipment. The driver also inspects, refuels, and maintains the vehicle and trailer, reports needed equipment repairs, and performs basic truck and trailer repairs and maintenance. They maintain professional customer relationships and respond to customer complaints about equipment delivery and pickup.

This is a safety-sensitive position requiring a DOT drug screen and physical as a pre-employment requirement. Work may take place indoors and/or outdoors, with noise that may be loud at times. The position has physical demands including pushing or pulling up to 25 pounds, lifting up to 60 pounds and bulky objects, and performing activities such as standing, walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, reaching, and rotating the neck and trunk.

Ziegler is a third-generation, family-owned CAT dealer founded in 1914, with more than 2,400 employees across over 30 locations in Minnesota, Iowa, and northern Missouri. The company describes its employee offering as including career development, work/life balance, professional development, and training. The pay range is $25.00 to $34.00; starting wage depends on skills, experience, education, and location, and the range may vary by 10% depending on applicant location.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Class A CDL.
• DOT medical certification card.
• Maintain a clean driving record and follow federal, state, and local regulations.
• Ability to drive equipment safely.
• Ability to complete daily inspection reports.
• Ability to keep the vehicle clean and in proper working order.
• Attention to detail, creative thinking, an even temperament, customer focus, integrity, and a team-oriented approach.
• Satisfactory completion of a DOT drug screen and physical as a pre-employment requirement.
• Ability to push or pull up to 25 pounds and lift up to 60 pounds, including bulky objects.
• Ability to stand, walk, use hands, talk, hear, rotate the neck and trunk, climb stairs and ladders, bend repetitively, kneel, sustain a squat, reach forward and overhead, and take high steps.

Nice To Haves

• Hazmat endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Complete and update the progress of the daily delivery schedule.
• Order state, county, and city permits.
• Complete and maintain accurate Hours of Service logs according to FMCSA regulations.
• Communicate with dispatch throughout the day to support changes in the delivery schedule.
• Work with Ziegler personnel to load and unload assigned equipment.
• Determine and communicate necessary equipment repairs to appropriate personnel.
• Work cooperatively with the team and superiors.
• Maintain professional relationships with people outside the immediate team.
• Be professional and courteous to customers during equipment deliveries.
• Maintain professional and friendly customer relations in daily interactions.
• Listen to and resolve customer complaints regarding equipment delivery and pickup.
• Perform vehicle walk-around inspections according to FMCSA regulations.
• Inspect, refuel, and maintain the vehicle daily.
• Maintain a working knowledge of equipment sold and serviced by Ziegler.
• Perform basic repairs and maintenance on the truck and trailer.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 15 days of PTO in the first year, with accrual beginning on day one.
• Nine paid holidays.
• 401(k) plan with company contribution and match.
• Health Savings Account, with Ziegler contributing up to $1,000 tax-free each year.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid parental leave and funeral leave.
• Fitness membership discount.
• Education assistance.
• Safety boot reimbursement; PPE and uniforms provided.
• Safe, clean, and friendly work environment.
• Career development, work/life balance, and ongoing professional development and training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED