Route Driver M-F 6am-2:30pm

K&M TIre•Vandalia, IL

16h•$18 - $20

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 delivering items on assigned routes. The driver is also expected to assist with warehouse duties when needed and support company goals and values.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license issued by the state where the employee works and a clean driving record.
Must be 21 or older.
Two years of work experience.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
Ability to read and understand U.S. highway traffic signs and signals.
Ability to learn tire knowledge and maintain accuracy with brands and sizes.
Ability to communicate and express ideas effectively.
Friendly, helpful, positive attitude.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
Special licenses may be 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.
Keep the supervisor informed about issues or concerns.
Ensure all loads are secured 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 at delivery.
Maintain daily ELog compliance according to regulations.
Follow assigned route travel paths to meet customer needs and improve efficiency.
Work safely and professionally at all times.
Keep the inside of the truck clean.
Support management decisions and company goals.
Assist with warehouse duties when needed or requested.
Perform other appropriate assigned duties and uphold K&M values.

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.
$1,000 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, including potential advancement to team lead, assistant manager, or manager.
Pay increases that grow with length of employment.