Route Driver - Kansas City MO

Spee-Dee Delivery Service•Grain Valley, MO

3d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Route Driver represents Spee Dee Delivery while making deliveries and picking up freight. The role involves transporting freight between customers and shippers, maintaining the vehicle, handling shipping paperwork and payments, and providing professional customer service. The position is based in Kansas City, Missouri. The schedule is Monday through Friday, starting at 7:30 a.m. and continuing until the route is complete. An estimated 10–15 hours of overtime may be expected each week, with voluntary weekend overtime available as needed. Overtime is paid at time and a half after 40 hours per week. Starting pay is $20.00–$24.00 per hour, based on experience. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, hold a valid driver’s license with a driving record that meets company standards, and be able to pass a DOT physical exam, pre-employment drug screening, and criminal background check. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. The role requires handling freight weighing up to 75 pounds and freight that may include hazardous materials, perishable food and alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals.

Requirements

At least 21 years of age.
Ability to operate a manual-transmission vehicle or willingness to learn.
Good customer service skills and ability to work independently.
Valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets company standards.
Ability to pass a DOT physical exam.
Ability to bend, lift, twist, and climb stairs while moving freight on and off the company vehicle.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
Ability to work with freight that may include hazardous materials, perishable food and alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals.
Must 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 the contents of pickups 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.