Route Driver-Delivery Driver-On Premise

SPECS FAMILY PARTNERS LTD•College Station, TX

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Route Driver-Delivery Driver-On Premise safely and promptly delivers assigned loads to their destinations. The role involves operating a delivery vehicle, following assigned routes and schedules, handling and verifying shipments, maintaining delivery records, and providing professional customer service. Drivers may assist with unloading, use equipment to move pallets and merchandise, receive delivery payments, and report inventory or vehicle issues to management. The position requires independent work as well as teamwork, regular attendance, and compliance with company safety requirements, OSHA rules, and applicable traffic laws. This is an on-site position in College Station, Texas, and is not work-from-home. The position is full-time, typically 40 hours per week. Drivers must be available to work any shift on Friday or Saturday and at least 80% of scheduled shifts each week. Scheduling is based on business needs. A valid driver's license is required; the posting specifies a valid Texas driver's license and a Class C license, and says a CDL is not necessary. Texas residents new to the state must obtain a Texas license within 90 days to remain eligible to drive for the company.

Requirements

Must be over 21 years of age.
Valid driver's license; the posting specifies a valid Texas driver's license and a valid Class C driver's license. A CDL is not necessary.
Must maintain eligibility to drive on behalf of the company; a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 90 days of residing in Texas for new residents.
Must be able to operate a delivery vehicle in varied weather and traffic conditions.
Must be able to work in a non-climate-controlled warehouse and in the elements.
Must be able to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds with proper tools; must be able to handle, push, pull, and dolly heavy merchandise.
Must be able to use industrial equipment to move pallets weighing up to 2,400 pounds.
Must be able to stand, walk, bend, handle and feel objects, reach, climb or balance, talk, and hear; required vision includes close and distance vision, depth perception, and adjusting focus.
Must be able to read, comprehend, and write simple instructions or memos and communicate with coworkers and customers.
Must be able to perform basic arithmetic, including operations with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals without a calculator.
Must apply common-sense reasoning to written, oral, or diagram-based instructions.
Must be responsible, reliable, service-oriented, patient, friendly, outgoing, self-motivated, and committed to completing assignments promptly.
Must have strong organizational and time-management skills and be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Must be available for any Friday or Saturday shift and for at least 80% of shifts each week.
Must be able to drive in all types of weather.
Must be able to climb ladders.
Must be able to use a pallet jack, carts, and dollies.
Must be able to follow assigned routes and schedules and maintain delivery documentation.
Must have 1–2 years of driving experience; the posting describes this as desired.
A high school diploma or GED is desired, but experience may be considered in its place.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability.
Previous experience as a route driver or in a similar driving role.
Familiarity and confidence operating manual-transmission vehicles.
Experience operating a forklift or other warehouse equipment.
Commercial driving experience, including knowledge of DOT regulations and compliance.
Experience in moving or courier services.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate the company mission statement and core values, and maintain the required uniform standard.
Maintain a clear driving record and practice safe driving at appropriate speeds.
Keep the delivery vehicle neat and orderly, and provide management with feedback about vehicle issues.
Move supplies and equipment as needed to organize storage space in the delivery vehicle.
Receive and verify shipments; document invoice variances and damaged products, and return damaged products, including TABC tax stamps.
Maintain route sheets after every stop and follow the standardized filing system for transfer paperwork and pick-ups.
Safely operate a delivery vehicle and follow assigned routes and schedules for timely deliveries.
Load and unload cargo as needed, handling and securing items appropriately.
Receive delivery payments and verify amounts accurately.
Maintain accurate delivery records, including proof-of-delivery documents.
Report inventory discrepancies, invoice issues, delays, and other route concerns to management, dispatch, or a supervisor.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and comply with traffic laws, company safety rules, and OSHA requirements.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain professional relationships with customers, coworkers, and guests.
Carry out management directives and other assigned projects or duties with care and attention to detail.
Prioritize tasks, manage time and stress in a fast-paced setting, and work cooperatively with the team.
Meet attendance and timeliness expectations.