Route Driver

Spee-Dee Delivery Service•Rapid City, SD

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About The Position

The Route Driver represents Spee Dee Delivery while making deliveries and picking up freight. The position involves timely freight delivery and pickup, organizing and loading the truck to use space effectively and prevent package damage, collecting payments for certain deliveries, and verifying pickup contents against shipping papers. Drivers inspect and report vehicle mechanical problems, notify management about problems or discrepancies, and maintain a professional appearance and a clean vehicle. Other related duties may be assigned. The schedule is Monday through Friday, starting at 7:30 AM and continuing until route completion. An estimated 10–15 hours of overtime may be expected each week. Weekend overtime is voluntary and may be available as needed. Overtime is paid at time and a half after 40 hours per week. The starting wage is $21.00–$26.25 per hour, based on experience. Spee Dee Delivery is a family-owned and operated company founded in 1978. It has over 1,800 employees and operates throughout the Midwest, with its corporate headquarters and main sort facility in St. Cloud, Minnesota.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age.
Hold a valid driver's license and have a good driving record that meets company standards.
Be able to operate a manual transmission or be willing to learn.
Have good customer service skills and the ability to work independently.
Be able to pass a DOT physical exam.
Be able to bend, lift, twist, climb stairs, and move freight on and off the company vehicle.
Be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
Be able to work with varied freight, including hazardous material, perishable food and alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals.
Pass a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Deliver and pick up freight in a timely manner from customers and shippers.
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 packages delivered.
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.