Transit Driver

Mike's Bikes•Novato, CA

7d•$21 - $22

About The Position

As the Transit Driver, you will drive our 26’ box truck between the Distribution Center and our retail locations and load/unload items at each location. You will safely and efficiently deliver finished goods, products, and materials in a timely and professional manner. Not only that, but you will become familiar with Mike's Bikes' company values and safety programs to ensure that safety protocols are being followed at all times. The Transit Driver position will initially be a part time position with the potential to turn into a full time position during the busier months in the Spring and Summer. While this position is not fully guaranteed to achieve full time status, this role will require you to work a minimum of three days per week.

Requirements

Excellent customer service skills and communication skills. As a member of the Logistics Team, your goal will be to provide the best possible service to your colleagues located in the retail locations.
You must be willing and able to put their needs first by communicating clearly and helping them when needed. Your friendly disposition will be needed to smooth the way to providing great service.
This position requires you to pass a general physical exam (Run this past Whitney/Phillip)
Basic computer literacy. Demonstrate the ability to open a computer program, navigate with a mouse and input data with a keyboard and scanner.
Must possess and maintain a valid class C driver’s license and insurable driving record. Must report any traffic violations to your supervisor immediately.
Excellent driving skills. Clean driver record and ability to maintain a clean driving record throughout employment, demonstrate the ability to drive our 26’ foot box truck smoothly and safely. Ability to follow written map directions.
Must hold required commercial driver’s license appropriate for weight of vehicle to be operated and have the ability to step up into the truck repeatedly during a delivery route.
Must pass background and drug testing as required by federal and/or state department(s) of transportation regulations. Along with a Motor Vehicle Record Background Check
High attention to accuracy. All bikes and products being loaded on the truck and removed from the truck must be checked out and in with total accuracy.
Able to work unsupervised some of the time.
Ability to read and comprehend and explain documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals in English. Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, in English.

Responsibilities

Learn and follow safety procedures when loading and unloading the trucks. Report new hazards to your supervisor.
Request help as needed when lifting heavy items.
Load transfer trucks as a team member with other drivers and other DC staff as needed.
Monitor transfer accuracy by checking transfer lists and performing required double checks.
Perform basic vehicle inspection every day: Check all tire pressure indicators, check DEF fluid levels, check wipers, check that all headlights, brake lights and turn signals are working.
You will drive the transfer truck on an assigned route according to a schedule.
You must comply with all provisions of the California Vehicle Code.
You must comply with distracted driving laws, which prohibit use of handheld wireless communication devices while driving.
You must comply with local parking restrictions.
In the case of an accident or traffic violation, contact your supervisor immediately for further instruction.
Do not leave the truck unattended.
Re-fuel as needed using the company-provided gas card.
Unload and load the transfer truck as needed at each stop, following procedures to maintain transfer accuracy.
Collect locked bags from each location and deposit them in a safe at DC. Complete drivers’ logs as required.