Final Mile Driver
About The Position
As a Final Mile Driver, you will pick up, transport, and deliver local freight, excluding hazardous materials, in a non-CDL-A vehicle. You are responsible for transporting freight safely and on time from origin to destination. You will load and unload shipments, individually or with assistance, with or without mechanical freight-handling equipment, and frequently lift, pull, and carry freight. You will inspect the vehicle for defects and safe operating condition before, during, and after trips, and submit a written Vehicle Condition Report at the end of each trip. You will check shipping papers to ensure hazardous materials are not present and verify that required shipping documentation is available for inspection and accompanies shipments upon delivery. You will also complete paperwork related to vehicle operations and freight movements.
Requirements
- Be at least 21 years old.
- Have a High School Diploma or GED.
- Be able to satisfactorily pass a background check and alcohol and drug test.
- Have a valid Driver's License with an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).
- Have at least 6 months of driving experience, including experience driving a personal motor vehicle.
- Be willing to enter Southeastern’s Driver Trainee Program after successfully completing one year in the Final Mile Driver role.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience with a pallet jack.
- Previous load and unload experience.
- Previous box truck experience.
- Previous delivery driver experience.
- CDL B.
Responsibilities
- Pick up, transport, and deliver local freight, excluding hazardous materials.
- Safely and promptly transport freight from origin to destination.
- Load and unload shipments, with or without assistance or mechanical freight-handling equipment.
- Frequently lift, pull, and carry freight.
- Inspect the vehicle for defects and safe operating condition before, during, and after trips.
- Submit a written Vehicle Condition Report at the end of each trip.
- Check shipping papers to confirm hazardous materials are not present.
- Ensure required shipping documentation is available for inspection and accompanies shipments upon delivery.
- Complete paperwork related to vehicle operations and freight movements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
