Amazon Relay - 16' / 26' Box Truck Driver

We are seeking a reliable and experienced Box Truck Driver to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience with deliveries and must possess their own 16' or 26' Box Truck with tuck-under lift gate, as well as a valid driver's license. This position will require you to load and unload pallet jacks, deliver loads, and work in a warehouse environment. A successful delivery driver will own their own Box Truck. Drivers are responsible for their own gas, but will be paid mileage. Drivers must follow set schedules and execute 100% of their scheduled loads. Absolutely no cancellations. Short-term contracts are available for dependable and proven drivers.

Responsibilities

• Transport finished goods general freight from amazon facility to specified destination
• Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance
• Report to amazon facility 30 minutes before schedule arrival time.
• Follow routes and meet delivery schedules - Maintain accurate records of deliveries and pickups
• Operate a pallet jack to load and off load palletized freight.
• Document and log work/rest periods and miles spent driving and retain fuel/toll receipts
• Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures
• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions
• Collect and verify delivery instructions
• Report defects, accidents or violations
• Adhere to all safety procedures and traffic laws

Skills

• Proven work experience as a Truck Driver
• Hands on experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, CB etc)
• Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly
• Ability to use Amazon relay app to scan all freight at pick up and drop off location.
• Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations
• No recent moving or driving violations
• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc)
• Valid drivers license
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Excellent time management skills
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to provide your own Box Truck with tuck-under lift gate and pay for your own gas

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: Up to $200.00 per day

Day range:

• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed
• Weekends only

Experience level:

• 1 year

Shift:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Application Question(s):

• How important is hard work to you?
• Do you think it is important to give your employer appropriate notice before leaving?
• Do you believe it takes time and effort to get things that are worthwhile or do you think things should come fast and easy?

Experience:

• Box truck: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Dallas-Fort Worth, TX (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person