Local Box Truck Delivery Driver

Daikin • Winter Haven, FL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Daikin Comfort Technologies Distribution, Inc. is seeking a skilled Local Delivery Driver for its Branch Operations group at the Winter Haven, Florida branch. The driver safely operates company trucks to deliver products promptly to customer and company locations. The role also involves loading, unloading, and transferring products using equipment and forklifts at the branch, in trucks and trailers, and at delivery sites. Drivers provide high-quality customer service and assist with warehouse and front-counter duties when not making deliveries. The position requires compliance with DOT and company safety policies, reliable attendance for assigned hours and days, and the ability to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations. Annual DOT screening is required. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.

Requirements

• At least 2 consecutive years of commercial vehicle driving experience.
• Current valid driver's license and an excellent driving record.
• Meet and pass DOT standards.
• Pass forklift training and delivery truck driving tests through the company's Prove it Pass it training within 30 working days of the start date.
• Ability to safely operate a flatbed or box truck and a forklift as needed.
• Ability to safely load and transfer products to designated locations promptly and without damage.
• Strong attention to detail and surroundings.
• Ability to follow established policies and practices for branch, driving, and warehouse operations.
• Good judgment, strong work ethic, and integrity.
• Dependability, ability to work in a team, and ability to build positive working relationships with employees and customers.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills, including data entry to process transactions and generate reports and orders.
• Ability to multitask and assist in warehouse, front-counter, or branch operations as needed.
• Reliability and ability to work assigned hours and days.
• High school diploma or equivalent, such as a GED.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of warehouse or logistics experience.
• Previous training operating forklifts and delivery trucks.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and deliver products safely to customer sites within designated time frames, using efficient routes.
• Maintain logs and reports required for compliance with DOT and company policies covering safety and operation of delivery vehicles and forklifts.
• Block, brace, and secure cargo properly.
• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently to transfer, load, and unload products, ensuring the correct products and quantities are loaded for customers.
• Perform required pre-check and post-check procedures on company vehicles and forklifts.
• Perform warehouse duties and verify the accuracy of products and quantities being loaded or transferred for customers.
• Immediately notify the manager of accidents, damage, violations, and concerns so corrective measures can be taken.
• Follow housekeeping and safety practices at all times.
• Provide backup support for warehouse and front-counter operations as needed.
• Complete additional projects and duties to support ongoing business needs.

Benefits

• Benefits effective on day one for full-time direct hires.
• Training programs to guide team members and develop new skills.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Opportunity to be part of a global company whose family brands are backed by Daikin Industries, Ltd.

What This Job Offers

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