Route Driver

The Kendall Group•Mishawaka, IN

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About The Position

The Route Driver reports to the Warehouse Supervisor/Manager or Location Manager and drives and operates delivery vans and straight trucks to transport cargo between customer locations as assigned. Route Drivers support the overall business operation, represent the company to customers, provide professional service, and help ensure deliveries are timely and accurate. When deliveries are not needed, they assist with duties in the warehouse or location. The role includes customer service, delivery route review and improvement, preparation of daily shipping manifests, and loading and unloading products. Drivers maintain and inspect delivery vehicles, follow safety procedures, operate warehouse equipment, and attend meetings and training sessions. The position requires frequent driving and other physical activity, including lifting and moving items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

Entry-level work experience; no prior work experience is specified as required.
High school diploma or GED.
Obtain a driver’s license with appropriate state licensing and maintain a clean driving record; required upon hire.
Pass a DOT Medical Exam and obtain a one-year card; paid for by The Kendall Group.
Ability to use standard office equipment, computerized barcode scanners, printers, and standard warehouse equipment, tools, machines, and vehicles.
Basic math and reasoning skills.
Excellent work ethic and good verbal and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and effectively in a team environment, following direction from a supervisor or lead.
Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization and request assistance when appropriate, especially when lifting heavy objects.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and see; frequently sit, drive, and get in and out of a vehicle; sit for up to eight hours a day; lift, move, and carry up to 50 pounds; and climb stairs and step ladders, bend, stoop, crouch, and kneel.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in industrial wholesale distribution or local delivery driving.

Responsibilities

Provide excellent customer service and address customer inquiries and concerns promptly and professionally.
Drive products to various customer locations.
Load and unload trucks according to established procedures.
Review and optimize delivery routes to improve efficiency and timeliness, using data analysis and feedback.
Prepare the daily shipping manifest.
Perform warehouse duties and operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts and hand trucks.
Keep the delivery vehicle clean, well-maintained, and regularly inspected for mechanical issues.
Follow safe work habits and established safety procedures.
Safely operate additional warehouse equipment.
Attend meetings and training sessions.
Perform other tasks as assigned.