Route Driver

K&M TIre•Columbus, OH

About The Position

The Route Truck Driver works under the direction of the Warehouse Manager, Assistant Manager, or Team Leader and provides customers with dependable, safe, consistent, professional, and friendly service. The role transports and delivers items to customers on an assigned route, while following traffic laws, company driving policies, and applicable ELog regulations. Drivers also support warehouse duties when needed and uphold company goals and values.

Requirements

Have a valid driver’s license issued by the working state and a clean driving record.
Be at least 21 years old.
Have two years of work experience.
Be able to read, write, and communicate effectively.
Be able to read and understand U.S. Highway traffic signs and signals.
Be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
Be able to learn tire knowledge and exercise accuracy with tire brands and sizes.
Be able to communicate and express ideas effectively.
Have a friendly, helpful, positive attitude.

Responsibilities

Provide excellent customer service by answering questions and handling 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.
Maintain ongoing communication with a supervisor about issues or concerns.
Ensure all loads are secure and locked until reaching 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 at 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.
Assist with warehouse duties when needed or requested.
Perform other appropriate assigned duties and support company goals and K&M values.

Benefits

Monthly safe-driving incentives of up to $2,000 annually.
401(k) eligibility after six months of employment, with K&M matching up to 50% of the first 6% invested.
College tuition assistance of up to $7,000 annually for eligible employees after six months of employment.
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, including team lead, assistant manager, or manager roles without a college degree.
Pay increases that grow with length of employment.