Lead Driver Part Time 2nd Shift

Staples Inc. • Aurora, CO

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Join our Staples World Class Supply Chain Team and deliver essential products to our customers. As a Lead Driver, you will train and mentor new delivery drivers and fill in for supervisors and cover drivers as needed. You will lead daily completion of work to include scheduling and assisting with deliveries, performing routing functions and partnering with the Supervisor to address and resolve any issues. In this role, you will transport products safely and deliver office supplies on your assigned route to customers. You will manage the routes for Drivers in the building. At times, depending on volume, you will load vehicles. You will organize and load product for delivery utilizing the manifest assuring the most efficient delivery route and schedule. Safety is our utmost priority so, in this role, we will look to you to ensure safe work practices and embrace and foster our safety culture. You will be a problem solver for our customers; providing customer support, accepting product returns and will be empowered to make your customers' day. You’re our brand on wheels! In your role as a leader, you will be essential to the success of Staples Supply Chain as we deliver to our customers.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license with a driving record indicating a safe driving history acceptable to the company.
• At all times remain eligible to drive a commercial motor vehicle under applicable laws and regulations.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical and drug screen (No THC) to the extent legally permissible.
• Must obtain a 6-month DOT medical card specific to the role.
• Basic English language skills (both verbal and written communications).
• Ability to lift up to 70lbs, push and pull items weighing up to 400 lbs with the assistance of hand carts/material handling equipment, and occasionally maneuver up to 130 lbs.
• Must wear safety composite shoes.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• An ability to be a safe and courteous driver who can navigate your way around a map and all kinds of weather and road conditions.
• An ability to make sound decisions, be it driving, parking, safety related and/or customer interaction related.
• An ability to learn and utilize software applications including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office-specifically Word and Excel.
• An ability to use technology including GPS and mobile Proof of Delivery (POD) devices.
• A personal commitment to your growth and development.
• An ability to bring new ideas that add efficiency and opportunities to grow the business.
• An inclusive approach with your colleagues and customers to forge strong relationships and foster collaboration to resolve issues.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 1-year of truck driving experience (operating a 16ft or longer straight truck) or comparable driving experience.
• High volume / small package delivery experience.

Responsibilities

• Train and mentor new delivery drivers.
• Fill in for supervisors and cover drivers as needed.
• Lead daily completion of work including scheduling and assisting with deliveries.
• Perform routing functions.
• Partner with the Supervisor to address and resolve any issues.
• Transport products safely and deliver office supplies on assigned routes.
• Manage the routes for Drivers in the building.
• Load vehicles depending on volume.
• Organize and load product for delivery utilizing the manifest assuring the most efficient delivery route and schedule.
• Ensure safe work practices and embrace and foster the safety culture.
• Provide customer support and accept product returns.
• Maintain cleanliness of vehicle including performing pre-trip vehicle inspections and reporting any maintenance concerns.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $26.90-$29.15/hour Based on Experience + $1.00/hour Shift Differential
• Ability to earn additional compensation through our Safety program.
• Receive a pair of work shoes after 30 days.
• Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups.
• 112 Hours of PTO and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays + 1 floating holiday) (Full-Time benefit)
• Online and Retail Discounts (Full-Time benefit)
• Company Match 401(k) (Full-Time benefit)
• Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs (Full-Time benefit)

What This Job Offers

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