Route Driver M-F 7am-3:30pm

K&M Tire•Toledo, OH

About The Position

The Route Truck Driver works under the direction of the Warehouse Manager, Assistant Manager, or Team Leader. The role provides customers with dependable, safe, consistent, professional, and friendly service by delivering items on an assigned route. Drivers must follow traffic laws, company driving policies, route requirements, and applicable ELog regulations. They may also assist with warehouse duties when needed or requested.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license issued by the working state and a clean driving record.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Special licenses may be required to operate certain vehicles or in certain states.
Ability to learn tire knowledge and exercise accuracy with brands and sizes.
Ability to communicate and express ideas effectively.
Friendly, helpful, and positive attitude.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
Ability to read and understand U.S. highway traffic signs and signals.
At least two years of work experience.

Responsibilities

Provide excellent customer service, answer questions, and handle complaints professionally.
Use the ELog Pre-trip interface to conduct daily pre-route vehicle inspections.
Transport and deliver items to customers on the assigned route safely and on time.
Unload the truck efficiently, accurately, and in an organized manner.
Communicate ongoing issues or concerns to a supervisor.
Ensure all loads are secure and locked until reaching their destination.
Obey traffic laws and K&M cell phone and driving policies.
Use a Signature Capture phone to verify and collect COD payments and obtain proof-of-delivery signatures at the time of delivery.
Maintain complete daily ELog compliance according to regulations.
Follow the assigned route travel path to meet customer needs and improve efficiency.
Work safely and professionally at all times.
Keep the inside of the truck clean.
Support management decisions and company goals, and uphold K&M values.
Assist with warehouse duties when needed or requested.
Perform other appropriate assigned duties.

Benefits

Monthly safe-driving incentives of up to $2,000 annually.
401(k) eligibility after six months of employment, with a company match of up to 50% of the first 6% invested.
College tuition assistance for eligible employees employed for six months, up to $7,000 annually.
Healthcare benefits after 90 days.
Paid time off accrual begins immediately and becomes available after 90 days.
$1,000 referral bonus.
Company-paid life insurance.
Reduced employee pricing on tires, up to 12 tires per year.
Annual profit-sharing bonus.
Promotion opportunities through the company’s levels system and internal promotion opportunities.
Pay increases that grow with length of employment.