Route Driver

K&M Tire•Johnstown, NY

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 assigned routes. Drivers are expected to follow company driving policies and applicable regulations, maintain delivery and vehicle records, and assist with warehouse duties when needed.

Requirements

Have a valid driver’s license issued by the state where working and a clean driving record.
Be at least 21 years old.
Have at least two years of work experience.
Be able to read, write, and communicate effectively.
Be able to read and understand U.S. Highway traffic signs and signals.
Be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
Be able to learn tire knowledge and exercise accuracy with brands and sizes.
Be able to communicate and express ideas effectively.
Have a friendly, helpful, positive attitude.
Obtain any special licenses required to operate certain vehicles or in certain states.

Responsibilities

Provide excellent customer service, answer questions, and handle complaints professionally.
Use the ELog Pre-trip interface to conduct daily pre-route vehicle inspections.
Transport and deliver items to customers on assigned routes safely and on time.
Unload the truck efficiently, accurately, and in an organized manner.
Communicate with a supervisor about issues or concerns.
Keep loads secure and locked until reaching the 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 at delivery.
Maintain daily ELog compliance according to regulations.
Follow the assigned route travel path to meet customer needs and support efficiency.
Work safely and professionally at all times.
Keep the inside of the truck clean.
Support management decisions and company goals and uphold 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 for eligible employees after six months, up to $7,000 annually.
Healthcare benefits after 90 days.
Paid time off accrual begins immediately and becomes 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.
Opportunities for promotion through the company levels system and internal promotion to team lead, assistant manager, or manager without a college degree.
Pay increases that grow significantly with length of employment.