Route Driver

Kendall Electric•Benton Harbor, MI

43d

About The Position

Kendall Electric, a division of The Kendall Group, seeks a talented, creative, self-motivated individual for our Route Driver position. The Kendall Group is comprised of eight divisions with 75+ locations in eleven states. Combined, we serve Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, and Fittings products, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation Industries. The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company. Kendall offers a great opportunity for a rewarding career. Our employee ownership model is the core of who we are. You will not only own part of the company, but you will own your future. At Kendall, you'll have opportunities to learn and grow while being coached and mentored along the way. We're that company where people stay! We're proud to say that more than 60% of our associates have more than 5 years of tenure, and more than 40% have greater than 10 years. At Kendall, you will be valued and supported, your ideas will be heard, your voice will matter, and you'll work alongside incredible people who care about your success. Reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor/Manager or Location Manager, the Route Driver is responsible for driving and operating a Delivery van and Straight truck (Box Truck) moving and hauling cargo between customer locations upon assignment from the Supervisor. Route Drivers are essential to the overall operation of the business. As a Route Driver, you will be the face of our company, providing exceptional customer service and building strong relationships with our customers. Your role is crucial in ensuring timely and accurate deliveries while maintaining a friendly and professional demeanor. When Delivery Drivers are not needed for delivery, drivers assist with various job duties within the warehouse or location.

Requirements

Work Experience: Entry Level
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Licenses/Certifications: The below licenses will need to be obtained upon hire:
Driver's License with appropriate state licensing and clean driving record
Must be able to pass a DOT Medical Exam and obtain a 1- Year Card (Paid for by The Kendall Group)
Analytics/Computer Skills: Ability to use standard office equipment, including but not limited to computerized bar code scanner, printer, and standard warehouse equipment/tools/machines/vehicles; basic math and reasoning skills
Organization Skills: Excellent work ethic, good verbal, and communication skills; ability to work independently
Cross-functional skills: Ability to work effectively in a team environment and through the direction of a direct Supervisor or Lead
Communication Skills: Ability to communicate well with all levels of the organization; know when to request assistance when appropriate, especially when lifting heavy objects
Physical, Mental and Visual Skills: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.
Frequent sitting, driving, and getting in and out of a vehicle
Ability to see/sit/stand/walk/talk and hear
Ability to lift/move/carry up to 50lbs
Ability to sit for 8 hours a day
Ability to climb stairs and step ladders, bend, stoop, crouch, and kneel
Physical Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to temperature conditions prevalent at the time; the noise level in the work environment is consistent with that of a driver and warehouse/distribution center

Nice To Haves

Work Experience: 1 year Industrial wholesale distribution; local delivery driving

Responsibilities

Provide excellent customer service, addressing customer inquiries and concerns promptly and professionally
Driving product to various customer locations
Truck loading and unloading according to established procedures
Actively engage in reviewing and optimizing delivery routes to ensure efficiency and timely delivery, leveraging data analysis and feedback to continuously improve route performance
Responsible for daily shipping manifest
Perform warehouse duties and operate warehouse equipment including forklifts, hand trucks, etc.
Maintain the delivery vehicle in excellent condition, ensuring it is clean, well-maintained, and regularly inspected for any mechanical issues Follow safe work habits and established safety procedures
Safely operate additional warehouse equipment
Attend meetings and training sessions
Other tasks as assigned