Rental Delivery Driver I CDLA - Clifton, NJ

The Home Depot•Alnwick Parish, NB

11d•$27 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

The Rental Delivery Driver delivers rental equipment to our customers and provides basic operational training on the proper and appropriate use. Additionally, the Rental Delivery Driver is responsible for verifying the equipment is clean and operational prior to and after each delivery. This position typically reports to a Regional Field Ops Manager, Rental Regional Manager, or Rental Operations Supervisor and has no direct reports. The role requires the driver to maintain a professional appearance, demonstrate high-quality customer service, and maintain professional conduct. The driver must also be able to operate in extreme outdoor working conditions and adapt to unforeseen circumstances like weather and traffic.

Requirements

Must be twenty-one years of age or older.
Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
Valid driver's license.
Valid DOT Physical Examination (Medical Card)
One (1) year of Commercial Driving experience within the previous 5 years.
Safe driving record
Knowledge of and/or experience driving delivery trucks, towing tandem axle utility trailers and towable construction equipment, operating safely within high traffic or congested city zones and in small areas
Knowledge of local major and minor roadways and the ability to effectively use maps and directions for efficient delivery routing
Working understanding of safe load securement, tie-downs, and transport
Working knowledge and understanding of Motor Carrier Safety regulations/DOT guidelines
Strong work ethic
Ability to work effectively with different personality types and all levels of associates
Working knowledge of handheld technology (smartphone, laptop, tablet)
Ability to operate in extreme outdoor working conditions
Ability to adapt to unforeseen circumstances, including weather, traffic, and others
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, doing what is necessary to exceed customer expectations
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and/or GED.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively with cross-functional teams
Ability to convey complex or technical ideas and processes in easy-to-understand terms to diverse audiences
Ability to negotiate, handle complaints, settle disputes, and resolve grievances with both internal and external customers
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
One (1) year of commercial motor vehicle driving experience with a flatbed trailer within the previous 5 years
Experience in Equipment Rental Industry (mechanical, driving, counter sales, customer service, etc.)
Basic knowledge of compact construction equipment, including trenching and earthmoving machines
Ability to work independently
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to problem-solve and troubleshoot

Responsibilities

Maintains accurate parts and fleet inventories through proper documentation. Remains current on local licensing and safety requirements.
Loads and unloads equipment on trailers, including proper securing and tie-down of equipment using proper cargo securement methods. Performs local deliveries and pick-ups of rental equipment to and from customer job sites and provides basic operational training for customers. Obtain the appropriate signatures for each delivery or pickup.
Assists with the deployment of new equipment to store locations, including performing Pre-Delivery Inspections, delivering to the store, and training store associates on the operation of the equipment. Completes proper check-in and check-out procedures for equipment at store locations. Document all work performed using appropriate technology platform.
Performs other duties assigned by direct leader or other authorized personnel.
Maintain professional appearance wearing THD-selected uniforms. Demonstrates high-quality customer service, and always maintains professional conduct.