Route Driver-Delivery Driver-On Premise

SPECS FAMILY PARTNERS LTD•Laredo, TX

7d•$14 - $0•Onsite

About The Position

This full-time, on-premise position delivers assigned loads safely and on time to their destinations. The driver works independently and as part of a team, operates delivery vehicles, handles deliveries and related paperwork and payments, and provides professional customer service. The role is based at 135 Laredo in Laredo, Texas, pays $14.00 per hour, and may involve any shift. Drivers must have a valid driver's license; a Texas driver's license is required to remain eligible to drive for Spec's under its insurer's requirements. A CDL is not necessary. Drivers must be over 21 years old and able to work in varying weather, traffic, warehouse, and other conditions. Attendance and punctuality are required, and the job cannot be performed from home. The role has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
Valid driver's license and valid Class C driver's license; a valid Texas driver's license is required to maintain driving eligibility. CDL is not necessary.
Able to obtain a Motor Vehicle Report if required because the driver's state does not provide MVRs to third parties.
Able to work full-time, typically 40 hours per week, with a flexible schedule; must be available for any shift on Friday or Saturday and at least 80% of shifts each week.
Able to read, comprehend, and write simple instructions or memos, and communicate with coworkers and customers.
Able to perform basic arithmetic with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals without a calculator.
Responsible, reliable, service-oriented, patient, friendly, outgoing, self-starting, and committed to completing assignments promptly.
Able to apply common-sense reasoning to written, oral, or diagram-based instructions.
Able to drive in varied weather and traffic conditions and work in a non-climate-controlled warehouse and outdoors in the elements.
Strong organizational and time-management skills; able to work in a fast-paced setting.
Able to use a pallet jack, carts, and dollies, climb ladders, and push, pull, lift, carry, or dolly heavy merchandise.
Able to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds with proper tools; able to use industrial machinery to move pallets weighing up to 2,400 pounds.
Able to stand, walk, bend, handle or feel objects, reach, climb or balance, talk, and hear; required vision includes close and distance vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
At least 1–2 years of driving experience is desired.
High school diploma or GED is desired but not required.
Previous route-driving or similar experience is preferred.
Familiarity with manual transmission vehicles and ability to operate them confidently.
Able to provide professional customer service.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual communication skills.
Experience operating a forklift or other warehouse equipment.
Commercial driving experience and knowledge of DOT regulations and compliance.
Experience in moving or courier services.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate the company mission and core values and maintain the required uniform standard.
Maintain a clear driving record, drive safely at appropriate speeds, and keep the vehicle neat and orderly.
Move supplies and equipment as needed to organize storage in the delivery vehicle.
Receive and verify shipments; document invoice variances and damaged products, and return damaged products, including TABC tax stamps.
Maintain the driver route sheet after every stop and follow the standardized filing system for transfer paperwork and pickups.
Assist with unloading when needed and receive and accurately verify payment for deliveries.
Notify a manager of inventory or invoice discrepancies and provide management with feedback about delivery vehicles.
Follow management directives, perform work carefully, and cooperate with team members.
Build professional customer relationships and provide excellent customer service.
Prioritize tasks, manage time, and handle stress in a fast-paced environment.
Follow company and OSHA safety regulations and communicate effectively with team members and customers.
Use industrial equipment to move full pallets weighing up to 2,400 pounds.
Safely operate a box truck or tractor-trailer; load, unload, handle, and secure cargo.
Follow assigned routes and schedules, maintain accurate delivery records and proof-of-delivery documents, and perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
Follow traffic laws and communicate delivery issues or delays to dispatch or a supervisor.
Complete other projects and duties assigned by management.
Meet attendance and timeliness expectations and work scheduled shifts, including Friday or Saturday availability and availability for at least 80% of weekly shifts.