Route Driver

K&M Tire•Bismarck, ND

12d

About The Position

The Route 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 while transporting and delivering items along assigned routes. Drivers are responsible for vehicle inspections, secure and accurate deliveries, required ELog compliance, payment and delivery verification, and maintaining a clean truck. They may also assist with warehouse duties when needed.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license issued by the state in which the driver works 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 maintain accuracy with brands and sizes.
Ability to communicate and express ideas effectively.
Friendly, helpful, 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.
Two years of work experience.

Responsibilities

Provide excellent customer service, answer questions, and handle complaints professionally.
Conduct daily pre-route vehicle inspections using the ELog Pre-trip interface.
Transport and deliver items to customers on assigned routes safely and on time.
Unload the truck efficiently, accurately, and in an organized manner.
Communicate with a supervisor about issues or concerns.
Ensure loads remain secured and locked until they reach their destination.
Obey traffic laws and K&M cell phone and driving policies.
Use the Signature Capture phone to verify and collect COD payments and obtain proof-of-delivery signatures.
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, and keep the inside of the truck clean.
Support management decisions and company goals, uphold K&M values, and 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 after six months, up to $7,000 annually.
Healthcare benefits after 90 days.
Paid time off accrual begins immediately and is available after 90 days.
$500 referral bonus.
Company-paid life insurance.
Reduced employee pricing on tires, up to 12 tires per year.
Annual profit-sharing bonus.
Opportunities for promotion through the levels system and into team lead, assistant manager, or manager roles.
Pay increases that grow with length of employment.