Swing Shift Driver
About The Position
The Swing Shift Driver plays a critical role in ensuring the timely and safe transportation of goods during the designated swing shift hours, typically covering late afternoon to late evening. This position requires a dependable and safety-conscious individual who can navigate various routes efficiently while adhering to all traffic laws and company policies. The driver will be responsible for loading, transporting, and delivering products to customers, and maintaining the integrity and condition of the cargo throughout the journey. Effective communication with dispatchers, warehouse staff, and customers is essential to coordinate deliveries and resolve any issues that may arise. Candidates must provide a current Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) for review prior to hire. Employment in a driving position is contingent upon the Company's approval of the candidate's driving record.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Willingness to participate in pre-employment and random drug screenings
- 6+ months experience driving medium size truck (under 3 tons, usually 4 wheels)
- Ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs.
- Ability to drive and maintain alertness for long periods of time; including driving in the dark
- Ability to work in excessively hot and cold conditions due to the outside environment of various duties
- Maintain a clean driving record
- OSHA regulated Steel Toe Shoes: Either an ASTM F243 M/I/50/C/50 or ANSI Z41 PT M/I/50/50. Or an ASTM F2413 F/I/50/C/50 or ANSI Z41 PT F/I/50/C/50
Responsibilities
- Ensure a high level of customer service is always provided
- Prepare the truck for operation by assisting in and overseeing the loading of trucks, securing items, and verifying the accuracy of shipping papers
- Unload products in a neat and orderly manner at other branch locations
- Maintain general understanding of products
- Complete vehicle inspections: inspect truck tires, lights, brakes, fluid, etc. to ensure safe and cost-effective performance with preventive maintenance in mind
- Deliver orders via the most effective route and ensure complete orders that are delivered in established time frames
- Maintain communication with the company during deliveries to ensure any updated instructions are received
- Maintain and monitor the truck maintenance and driving records
- Maintain a safe driving record that is free of violations
- Operate the forklift to move, unload, or hoist all inbound and outbound shipments from all the trucks
- Comply with DOT and OSHA Requirements
- May assist in maintaining a clean/orderly warehouse and yard
- Perform other various duties, as outlined by supervisor
- Exude, understand, and demonstrate actions according to the Company’s core values. These core values are courage, commitment, collaboration, compassion, ownership, and optimism
Benefits
- 401(k) with company Match
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan ( ESOP)
- Medical, dental, vison, and life insurance coverage
- Flexible time off to support work-life balance
- Potential quarterly bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
