Route Driver

nexAir•Medley, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Route Driver is responsible for safely loading, delivering, and unloading cylinders containing compressed gases and hard goods orders. This role also involves returning empty cylinders to the branch or plant for refilling, performing required pre- and post-trip inspections, and completing all FDA/DOT required documentation. The driver will track deliveries and pick-ups using a handheld device, maintain truck cleanliness, and communicate with supervisors regarding truck maintenance, customer issues, and delivery efficiencies. Establishing and maintaining good customer relations through in-person communication is key, as is identifying and monitoring customer needs to ensure adequate stock levels and minimize emergency deliveries. The role requires operating a forklift, pallet jack, and other warehouse equipment, and 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.

Nice To Haves

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.