Route Driver 4 Day Work Week - St. Cloud, MN

Spee-Dee Delivery Service•Saint Cloud, MN

1d•$21 - $26

About The Position

The Route Driver represents Spee Dee Delivery while making deliveries and picking up freight. The role involves delivering and collecting freight from customers and shippers, handling shipments, and maintaining the assigned vehicle. The schedule is Monday through Friday, beginning at 7:30 AM and continuing until route completion. The day off depends on business needs and is evaluated monthly. Weekend overtime is voluntary and may be needed. Overtime is paid at time and a half after 40 hours per week. Starting pay is $21.00–$26.25 per hour, depending on experience, qualifications, skills, and internal equity. This is a full-time, nonexempt position. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, hold a valid driver's license with a driving record meeting company standards, and be able to pass a DOT physical. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Drivers must be able to operate a manual transmission or be willing to learn, work independently, and provide good customer service. The physical requirements include bending, lifting, twisting, climbing stairs, and moving freight weighing up to 75 pounds. Drivers may handle hazardous materials, perishable food, alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals. Pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check are required.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age.
Hold a valid driver's license and have a good driving record that meets company standards.
Be able to pass a DOT physical exam.
Be able to operate a manual transmission or be willing to learn.
Have good customer service skills and the ability to work independently.
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 freight that may include hazardous materials, perishable food, alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals.
Pass a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Deliver and pick up freight in a timely manner from customers and shippers.
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.