Senior Delivery Driver

ShipEX•Grapevine, TX

About The Position

ShipEX Last Mile is hiring a dedicated Delivery Driver for its Texas division, which provides airport expedite freight delivery and medical supply routes. The role involves delivering goods ranging from small parcels to bulky, un-palletized items and completing middle- and final-mile deliveries. Drivers operate sprinter vans and 26-foot box trucks and use phone or tablet applications for order processing, documentation, ELD connections, navigation, and digital training. The position also requires physical freight handling, vehicle inspections, and compliance with Hours-of-Service regulations. Candidates familiar with HR and Freight apps are preferred. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with potential weekend coverage. Weekend and single- or multi-night over-the-road routes may be available, and overnight shifts may open in the future. Drivers may work with other drivers to load and unload freight. ShipEX describes its work environment as dynamic and supportive and offers opportunities for growth.

Requirements

Must be at least 24 years old.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 1 year of commercial driving experience within the past 3 years, such as box truck or delivery van driving.
At minimum, a valid Class D license from the state where the candidate currently resides.
Valid DOT Medical Card and Long Form, with an expiration date at least 30 days after hire.
Mechanical knowledge and ability to conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections (DVIR).
For DFW candidates, a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) is required.
Must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and fluent in English, including reading, writing, and speaking.
Clean driving record: no more than three total occurrences of moving violations and at-fault accidents, in any combination, during the past 3 years.
Must disclose all adult convictions or pending charges and all commercial driving history for the last 10 years.
No more than 6 total jobs in the last 3 years, excluding current employment if still employed.
Reliable transportation to and from work.
Able to communicate clearly verbally and in writing.
Able to work independently and as part of a team, with a positive attitude; dependable and energetic.
Able to stand, walk, reach, climb, kneel, crouch, and crawl, and regularly lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Valid Class B CDL with airbrake endorsement from the state where the candidate currently resides.
Familiarity with HR and Freight apps.
Smith System Certification.
Forklift certification or forklift experience.
Veteran experience documented by a DD214, provided it meets all hiring criteria.

Responsibilities

Operate delivery routes using sprinter vans and 26-foot box trucks, and ensure vehicles are safe and clean.
Process orders and complete documentation digitally using phone or tablet applications, including ELD connections, navigation, and digital training.
Conduct thorough pre-trip inspections and maintain Driver Daily Logbooks to track hours of service and comply with Hours-of-Service regulations.
Use manual and electric pallet jacks, hand trucks, and stair-climber hand trucks; secure freight using ratchet and e-straps.
Navigate varied environments and use technology for trip planning and task completion.
Work with other drivers to load and unload freight.
Perform other duties as assigned.