Support Route Driver - Bloomington, IL

Spee-Dee Delivery Service•Normal, IL

1d•$21 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Spee Dee Delivery is hiring a Support Route Driver in Bloomington, Illinois. The role fills in on open, vacant, or temporarily unassigned routes to support daily delivery operations, with route coverage and schedules varying according to business needs. The driver delivers and picks up freight from customers and shippers while meeting safety, service, and delivery standards. Travel may be required. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, starting at 7:30 a.m. and continuing until route completion. Ten to fifteen hours of overtime may be expected each week; weekend overtime is voluntary as needed. Overtime is paid at time and a half after 40 hours per week. Starting pay is $21.00–$26.25 per hour, based on experience and other stated factors. Spee Dee Delivery is a family-owned and operated company founded in 1978. Its core business is standard, next-day, ground delivery. The company is headquartered in St. Cloud, Minnesota, and employs more than 1,800 people company-wide.

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, and climb stairs while moving freight on and off the company vehicle.
Be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
Be able to work with freight that may include hazardous materials, 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 preferred.

Responsibilities

Cover open, vacant, or temporarily unassigned routes based on business needs.
Deliver and pick up freight from customers and shippers in a timely manner.
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 delivered packages.
Verify the contents of pickups against shipping papers.
Notify management of problems or discrepancies.
Maintain a professional personal appearance and keep the vehicle clean.
Travel as required.
Perform other related duties as assigned.