Support Route Driver - Des Moines, IA

Spee-Dee Delivery Service•Des Moines, IA

1d•$21 - $26

About The Position

The Support Route Driver fills in on open, vacant, or temporarily unassigned routes to support daily delivery operations. The role requires flexibility to cover varying routes and schedules based on business needs while maintaining safety, service, and delivery standards. The schedule is Monday through Friday, starting at 7:30 a.m. and continuing until route completion. An estimated 10–15 hours of overtime may be expected each week; weekend overtime is voluntary and may be 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. The position is full-time and nonexempt. The driver delivers and picks up freight, inspects the vehicle, loads freight to use space effectively and prevent damage, collects payments for certain deliveries, verifies pickup contents against shipping papers, and reports problems or discrepancies to management. Travel may be required, and other related duties may be assigned. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, hold a valid driver’s license with a driving record that meets company standards, and be able to pass a DOT physical exam. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. The role requires the ability to operate a manual-transmission vehicle or willingness to learn, work independently, provide good customer service, and handle freight weighing up to 75 pounds. Applicants must also pass a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.

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 pass a DOT physical exam.
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 bend, lift, twist, climb stairs, and move 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, alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals.
Pass a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.

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 pickup contents 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.