Route Driver

Spee-Dee Delivery Service•Thief River Falls, MN

12d

About The Position

The Route Driver represents Spee Dee Delivery while delivering and picking up freight from customers and shippers. The role involves operating a company vehicle, maintaining professional customer service, and ensuring freight is handled and documented appropriately. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, beginning at 7:30 AM and continuing until the route is complete. The role may require 10–15 hours of overtime 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 $21.00–$26.25 per hour, based on experience and other relevant qualifications, skills, and internal equity. Spee Dee Delivery is a family-owned and operated company founded in 1978. Its core business is standard, next-day, ground delivery, and it operates throughout the Midwest. The company is headquartered in St. Cloud, Minnesota, and employs over 1,800 people company-wide. 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. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Applicants must also pass a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.

Requirements

At least 21 years of age.
Ability to operate a manual transmission 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 handle freight that may include hazardous materials, perishable food, 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 is 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 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.