Delivery Route Driver

Overview

The Delivery Driver is responsible for delivering customer orders in a productive, time sensitive and customer sensitive manner on a daily basis. This position is responsible for demonstrating safety, quality, and operational expertise. This position is responsible for proficiently performing at least two delivery related activities (e.g. multiple route knowledge, demonstrated expertise in delivery process and procedures, ability to train associates in delivery functions, LEAN captain, Safety committee, etc).

Primary Responsibilities

• Load, unload and secure product; to ensure customers receive clean and damage free merchandise

• Delivers product to customer locations meeting established delivery goals. Collect and track customer returns within a specified time frame.

• Operate delivery vehicles in a safe and lawful manner. Responsible for the vehicle and its contents

• Complete daily route and all appropriate paperwork. Communicate obstacles in Tier meeting that prohibit us from meeting our established goals.

• Complete daily pre and post trip checklist

• Actively seek to support implementation of and contribute ideas and suggestions for continuous improvement to the delivery processes.

• Communicate customer feedback to sales and/or supervisory personnel. Contribute ideas and suggestions for improvement utilizing LEAN practices

• May be assigned to participate on LEAN or Safety committees

• The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent education preferred

• Minimum 3 years experience in related field

• Minimum of five years of driving experience, with experience in the delivery of small packages preferred. Depending on state CDL may be required.

• Previous Office Depot experience a plus

• Previous customer service experience preferred

• Experience in the use of pallet jacks, hand trucks and forklift preferred

• Valid driver’s license

• Accident free driving record reflected during a rolling 36-month average

• Department of Transportation (DOT) qualification

• Experience using POD or tablet device in the scanning of customer products.

• Familiarity with scanner and GIS devices preferred.

• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing, using the English language (English competency)

• Basic product knowledge

• Knowledge of operation of power/mobile equipment

• Ability to understand addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division

• Geographical knowledge of the delivery service area

• Ability to read and understand a map

• Ability to up sell

• Demonstrate a commitment to Office Depot Core Values and adherence to established Standard Operating Procedures

• Ability to transport single cartons up to 75 pounds as needed

• Ability to use manual pallet jacks to transport pallets of products up to 2,500 pounds

• Ability to work in all types of weather due to various climate changes

• Repetitive lifting of paper, continuous climbing in and out of vehicle

• Ability to stand; on feet for long periods of time, continuous walking including stairs

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule

The company offers competitive salaries, a benefits package, which includes a 401(k) and more, along with plenty of opportunity to move and grow within our organization! For immediate consideration for this exciting position, please click the Apply Now button.

How To Apply

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records City & County of San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Day range:

• Monday to Friday

Experience level:

• 3 years

Application Question(s):

• Reliable transportation to and from work. The ability to arrive to work on time.
• Are you able to pass a DOT Physical and DOT Drug Test

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• delivery driver: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person