Local Class A CDL Driver
About The Position
As a Pick-up and Delivery Driver, you will transport goods between suppliers or customers and designated destinations safely and on schedule. You will follow traffic laws, company policies, and applicable transportation regulations while protecting the security and integrity of cargo. The role involves loading and unloading goods, planning local delivery routes, inspecting and maintaining the assigned vehicle, completing delivery paperwork, and providing professional customer service. Work may involve long hours of driving in urban or suburban traffic, varying weather conditions, and physical demands associated with cargo handling. Some deliveries may involve fragile or hazardous materials.
Requirements
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
- Proven experience as a delivery driver or in a similar role, preferably in a commercial or logistics setting.
- Excellent driving skills and knowledge of traffic laws and regulations.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
- Good physical stamina and ability to lift and carry heavy objects.
- Reliability, punctuality, and strong time-management skills.
- Effective communication and customer-service skills.
- Flexibility to work varying schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience operating delivery vehicles such as vans, trucks, or commercial vehicles.
- Familiarity with GPS navigation systems and route-optimization software.
- Knowledge of basic vehicle-maintenance procedures.
- Hazardous-materials endorsement or other relevant certifications.
Responsibilities
- Safely and efficiently pick up items from designated locations and deliver them to specified destinations according to schedules.
- Load and unload cargo, securing and protecting items from damage during transit.
- Use appropriate equipment and techniques to handle different types of goods.
- Plan and optimize delivery routes to reduce travel time and fuel consumption while meeting deadlines.
- Learn local roads, traffic patterns, obstacles, and potential hazards.
- Perform routine inspections of the assigned vehicle and report mechanical issues or concerns.
- Perform basic vehicle maintenance as needed, including checking fluid levels and tire pressure.
- Complete delivery manifests, invoices, proof-of-delivery forms, and other paperwork accurately and promptly.
- Maintain organized records of deliveries, mileage, and fuel consumption.
- Report issues and accidents to appropriate personnel, including OS&D for claims and management and safety for vehicle-related accidents.
- Provide courteous, professional service to customers and respond to questions or concerns about shipments.
- Follow transportation regulations and safety standards, including vehicle weight limits, hours-of-service rules, and hazardous-materials handling procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
