Route Driver - Sioux Falls, SD

Spee-Dee Delivery Service•Sioux Falls, SD

2d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Route Driver represents Spee Dee Delivery while delivering and picking up freight from customers and shippers. The role is based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and involves operating a company vehicle, organizing freight to use space effectively and prevent damage, collecting payments for certain deliveries, and verifying pickup contents against shipping papers. Drivers must report vehicle mechanical problems and other issues or discrepancies to management, maintain a professional appearance and a clean vehicle, and perform other related duties as assigned. The schedule is Monday through Friday, beginning at 7:30 a.m. and continuing until completion of the route. An additional 10–15 hours of overtime may be expected each week. Weekend overtime is voluntary and may be available as needed. Overtime is paid at one and a half times the regular rate after 40 hours per week. Starting pay is $20.00–$24.00 per hour, based on experience. The work requires the ability to pass a DOT physical and to bend, lift, twist, climb stairs, and move freight on and off the company vehicle. Drivers may handle varied freight, including hazardous materials, perishable food and alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals. Applicants must pass a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age.
Hold a valid driver's license and have a driving record that meets company standards.
Be able to operate a manual-transmission vehicle or be willing to learn.
Have good customer-service skills and the ability to work independently.
Be able to pass a DOT physical exam.
Be able to bend, lift, twist, climb stairs, and move freight on and off the company vehicle.
Be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
Be able to work with varied freight, including hazardous materials, perishable food and alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals.
Pass a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Deliver and pick up freight from customers and shippers in a timely manner.
Inspect the vehicle and report mechanical problems.
Load the truck in an organized manner to use space effectively and prevent package damage.
Collect payments for certain delivered packages.
Verify pickup contents against shipping papers.
Notify management of problems or discrepancies.
Maintain a professional personal appearance and keep the vehicle clean.
Perform other related duties as assigned.