Support Route Driver - Rochester, MN

Spee-Dee Delivery Service•Rochester, MN

2d•$21 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Spee Dee Delivery is seeking a Support Route Driver to fill in on open, vacant, or temporarily unassigned routes and support daily delivery operations. The role involves covering varying routes and schedules based on business needs while maintaining safety, service, and delivery standards. The driver delivers and picks up freight from customers and shippers, loads the truck, verifies pickup contents, collects payments for certain deliveries, and reports vehicle issues or other discrepancies to management. Travel may be required. The regular 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 available as needed. Overtime is paid at time and a half after 40 hours per week. The position is full-time and nonexempt, with a starting wage of $21.00–$26.25 per hour based on experience, qualifications, skills, and internal equity. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, have a valid driver's license and a driving record meeting company standards, and be able to pass a DOT physical. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Drivers must be able to operate a manual transmission or be willing to learn, work independently, provide good customer service, and handle freight weighing up to 75 pounds. The freight may include hazardous materials, perishable food, alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals. Candidates must pass pre-employment drug screening and a 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 be able 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 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 packages delivered.
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.