Route Driver

K&M Tire•Winters, TX

20d

About The Position

The Route Driver works under the direction of the Warehouse Manager, Assistant Manager, or Team Leader. The role provides customers with dependable, safe, consistent, professional, and friendly service by transporting and delivering items on an assigned route. Drivers are responsible for vehicle inspections, safe and compliant driving, accurate unloading and delivery, payment collection, and proof of delivery. They may also assist with warehouse duties as needed.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license issued by the state where the employee works and a clean driving record.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Special licenses may be required to operate certain vehicles or in certain states.
Ability to learn tire knowledge and accurately identify brands and sizes.
Ability to communicate and express ideas effectively.
Friendly, helpful, positive attitude.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
Ability to read and understand U.S. Highway traffic signs and signals.
At least two years of work experience.

Responsibilities

Provide excellent customer service, answer questions, and handle complaints professionally.
Conduct daily pre-route vehicle inspections using the ELog Pre-trip interface.
Transport and deliver items to customers on the assigned route safely and on time.
Unload the truck efficiently, accurately, and in an organized manner.
Communicate with a supervisor about issues or concerns.
Ensure loads remain secure and locked until they reach their destination.
Obey traffic laws and K&M cell phone and driving policies.
Use a Signature Capture phone to verify and collect COD payments and obtain proof-of-delivery signatures.
Maintain complete daily ELog compliance according to regulations.
Follow the assigned route travel path to meet customer needs and improve efficiency.
Work safely and professionally at all times.
Keep the inside of the truck clean.
Support management decisions, company goals, and K&M values.
Assist with warehouse duties when needed or requested.
Perform other appropriate assigned duties.

Benefits

Monthly safe-driving incentives of up to $2,000 annually.
401(k) eligibility after six months of employment, with a company match of up to 50% of the first 6% invested.
College tuition assistance of up to $7,000 annually for eligible employees after six months of employment.
Healthcare benefits after 90 days.
Paid time off accrual begins immediately and is available after 90 days.
$500 referral bonus.
Company-paid life insurance.
Reduced employee pricing on tires, up to 12 tires per year.
Annual profit-sharing bonus.
Promotion opportunities through the company’s levels system and to team lead, assistant manager, or manager.
Pay increases that grow with length of employment.