Support Route Driver

Spee-Dee Delivery Service•North Aurora, IL

About The Position

Spee Dee Delivery is a family-owned and operated company founded in 1978. Its core business is standard, next-day, ground delivery, and it operates throughout the Midwest. 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 regular schedule is Monday through Friday, starting at 7:30 a.m. and continuing until route completion. An additional 10–15 hours of overtime may be expected each week; voluntary weekend overtime may be available as needed. Overtime is paid at time and a half after 40 hours per week. The starting wage is $21.00–$26.25 per hour, based on experience, qualifications, skills, and internal equity. This is a full-time, nonexempt position, pay grade C. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, have a valid driver's license and 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 position requires the ability to operate a manual-transmission vehicle or willingness to learn, work independently, and provide good customer service. Physical requirements include bending, lifting, twisting, climbing stairs, and moving freight on and off the company vehicle, including lifting up to 75 pounds. Drivers may handle varied freight, including hazardous materials, perishable food, alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals. A pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check are required. Benefits include health, dental, and life insurance, paid time off, an employee assistance program, a 401(k) plan, quarterly bonuses, and more.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age.
Hold a valid driver's license and have a 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 varied freight, including 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.