Equipment Delivery Driver

Ziegler Caterpillar • Altoona, IA

7d • $25 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

Ziegler Cat has an opening for an Equipment Delivery Driver to transport equipment to customers or other Ziegler locations. An Equipment Delivery Driver fills a critical role in supporting Ziegler’s Rental, Sales and Customer Repair operations. The driver must possess a strong work ethic and have excellent customer service skills. They should be knowledgeable of federal, state and local regulations and be familiar with product we support.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 3 - 5 years of commercial driving experience
• Class A CDL required
• Must have and maintain a clean driving record
• Able to drive equipment
• Able to complete daily inspection reports
• Able to keep vehicle in clean and proper working order
• Applicants must have a valid Class A CDL, obtain a DOT medical certification card, and pass a DOT pre-employment drug screen and physical.

Nice To Haves

• Hazmat endorsement a plus

Responsibilities

• Maintains safe driver record; follows Federal, State and Local regulations
• Completes and updates progress of daily delivery schedule
• Orders state, county and city permits
• Completes and maintains accurate Hours of Service log according to FMCSA regulations
• Interacts with dispatch throughout the day to support changes in the delivery schedule
• Works with various Ziegler personnel in loading/unloading equipment that driver is assigned to move
• Determines and communicates necessary repairs of equipment to appropriate personnel
• Works in a cooperative manner with team and superiors
• Maintains professional relationships with those outside of direct team members
• Professional and courteous to all customers at time of equipment delivery
• Maintains professional and friendly customer relations in all daily interactions
• Listens to and resolves customers’ complaints regarding the delivery and pickup of equipment
• Performs vehicle walk around inspections according to FMCSA regulations
• Inspects, refuels and maintains vehicle daily
• Has a consistent working knowledge of all equipment sold and serviced by Ziegler
• Performs basic repairs and maintenance to truck and trailer

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• 15 days of PTO your first year, accrual starts day 1
• 9 paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with company contribution and match
• HSA (Health Savings Account), Ziegler contributes up to $1000 tax-free each year
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, FSA & EAP
• Paid Parental Leave & Funeral Leave
• Fitness membership discount
• Education Assistance
• Safety Boot Reimbursement, PPE & Uniforms provided
• Ongoing training
• Advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

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