Route Driver
About The Position
The Route Driver is responsible for safely loading, delivering, and unloading cylinders containing compressed gases and hard goods orders. This role involves performing required pre- and post-trip inspections, completing all necessary documentation, and tracking deliveries and pick-ups using a handheld device. The driver will maintain the cleanliness of the truck, communicate with supervisors on various issues, and establish good customer relations through in-person communication. Additionally, the driver will identify and monitor customer needs to ensure proper inventory levels and operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks, while strictly observing all safety rules.
Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
- One (1) year driving experience.
- CDL A or B with Hazmat Endorsement.
- Clean MVR driving record.
- Employee must be able to lift 65 lbs.
- Employee must meet all physical qualification standards imposed by the DOT.
- Ability to read and comprehend Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
- While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk on concrete for an extended period of time; bend; use hands and arms; and handle cylinders regularly weighing 150 pounds up to a maximum of 600 pounds.
- Flexibility to work overtime as required.
Responsibilities
- Safely load, deliver and unload cylinders containing compressed gases and hard goods orders; return empty cylinders to branch or plant for refilling.
- Perform all required pre- and post-trip inspections per DOT regulations.
- Complete all FDA/DOT required documentation.
- Track delivery and pick-up of cylinders at customer sites using handheld device and complete all the required information/steps during the delivery and pick-up processes.
- Keep truck clean and in line with DOT standards.
- Communicate with supervisor on truck maintenance, customer-related issues, and delivery efficiencies.
- Establish and maintain good customer relations by communicating in person with customers.
- Identify and monitor customers’ needs and work with them to maintain proper hard goods and cylinder levels to minimize or eliminate emergency deliveries.
- Operate a forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment.
- Ensure all safety rules are strictly observed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
