Truck Driver & Furniture Mover L770

American Furniture Rentals•Houston, TX

13d•Onsite

About The Position

American Furniture Rental (AFR) is seeking an experienced Truck Driver and Furniture Mover for its Houston, Texas warehouse. The role requires experience driving a straight 26-foot truck, a clean background and driving record, successful completion of a 12-panel pre-employment drug test, and compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) qualifications, including English Language Proficiency under 49 CFR 391.11. The Driver/Installer completes assigned merchandise delivery and pickup routes, installs items according to provided floor plans, and supports warehouse shipping and receiving. The job description applies to residential, commercial, special events, and trade show work. The position is full-time and offers medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid vacation, PTO, a 401(k), and other benefits. AFR describes itself as having more than 45 years of industry experience and 30 strategic locations across the United States. The company states that it aims to provide exceptional service and high-quality furniture solutions and to foster a positive workplace where team members can grow and succeed.

Requirements

Experience driving a straight 26-foot truck; applicants are asked to apply only if they have this experience.
At least six months of experience in a similar industry.
Warehousing and inventory knowledge from a delivery company or similar industry.
Ability to operate a 26-foot box truck.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet insurance underwriting requirements, including no points of violations in the past 12 months.
Ability to pass a DOT physical, including pre-employment drug testing.
Clean background and driving records; a background check is required.
Meet FMCSA qualification requirements, including English Language Proficiency under 49 CFR 391.11.
Organization and time-management skills.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Customer-service and problem-solving orientation.
Basic math, organization, and reading skills.
Ability to use basic tools such as screwdrivers, cordless drills, hammers, and other assembly tools.
Ability to lift 75 pounds, climb stairs, bend, crouch, and remain physically active for extended periods.
Ability to comply with DOT regulations.
Availability to work rotating shifts, overtime, holidays, and weekends.

Nice To Haves

English and Spanish language skills, verbal and written.

Responsibilities

Operate company vehicles professionally and courteously while following safety rules and DOT traffic laws and regulations.
Perform daily DOT pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report malfunctions to management.
Deliver, install, and pick up merchandise from warehouses, vendors, and customers in a timely manner and with attention to detail.
Fill delivery orders by obtaining required merchandise and completing the appropriate paperwork.
Protect products using furniture pads, coverups, and other supplied protective materials.
Read, understand, and complete delivery paperwork, and verify that merchandise matches customer invoices and delivery or pickup documents.
Maintain the AFR-provided tool kit and notify management when tools need replacement.
Confirm with clients that delivered items are in good condition and obtain their signature on delivery documents.
Inspect delivery and pickup locations for damage, document damage with photographs, and notify a manager before installation or furniture pickup.
Confirm the condition of picked-up furniture and report damaged or missing items to a manager; photograph damaged items and notify the manager before loading them onto the truck.
Relay customer messages and communications to the appropriate management personnel.
Help maintain a neat and clean workplace.
Support shipping and receiving by stocking cartons, lifting and carrying them, and placing them on appropriate shelves.
Receive floor plans and coordinate and carry out deliveries with other helpers.
Wear the AFR-provided uniform during work hours.
Perform other related duties as assigned by management.