Full Job Description
OTH Logistics is an Amazon Delivery Service Partner that is owned and operated locally. We are looking for enthusiastic, team players to deliver Amazon packages. Delivery Associates will be responsible for making small package deliveries to homes, apartments, and businesses in Chicago. You will be given the keys to a BRAND NEW Van, outfitted with awesome uniforms, and have access to the most cutting edge technology in the logistics business.
Do you enjoy being rewarded for performance? Do you want to be part of a positive high performing team environment? If this is you, then we want to talk to you!
This job is for motivated individuals. As a delivery driver you will have to move quickly from the van to the delivery location. Delivery Associates must be able to manage their time well, while performing deliveries SAFELY!
If you feel this position is right for you, please read on...
Duties / Typical Days agenda:
- Arrive at our distribution facility by the required time to receive your van assignment based on the weekly schedule
- On call drivers will need to be available with little notice (there will be an on call bonus for drivers that work on an unscheduled day)
- Attend the morning stand up meeting discussing problems and issues for the day
- Receive your route assignment and the company provided Smartphone/GPS device
- Perform a Pre-trip vehicle inspection thoroughly checking the van for damage.
- Deliver up to 250+ packages on your route. (Smartphone/GPS device has the complete route pre-determined along with delivery estimates for each delivery) in exactly the manner that our client requires
- Follow all delivery instructions as directed by customer (when in doubt, follow company procedures)
- Possibly help another driver as directed
- Return van to station after refueling it for the next day (company will provide a fuel card)
- Remove all trash & debris from van
- Return Smartphone/GPS scanner device and keys; debrief with manager
- Perform post trip inspection noting any required maintenance items
Qualifications and Skills
- 1 year of verifiable delivery driving experience.
- Experience with Larger vehicles like Sprinter Vans, 15 passenger vans, Bus, Box Truck, or Semi experience is a PLUS ( also Flex, Uber, Lyft, Pizza, Flowers, auto parts, etc.)
- Must be physically able to handle the walking, lifting, bending and stooping required to perform this job;
- Ability to lift and carry 50lbs without assistance.
- Cannot have any physical restrictions on lifting, bending, stooping, turning or squatting.
- Must be able to work at a quick and even pace:
- Delivering up to 250+ packages a day
- Being on your feet up to 10 hours per day while walking 3-4 miles per day
- Climb in and out of a van 100+ times a day.
- Must be a safe driver and observe all traffic rules and company safety policies
- Must treat everyone with respect and vehicles as their own
- Must have a history of excellent attendance; no history of calling in sick without a Dr. note
- Must be computer literate and able to operate a Smartphone/GPS device with scanner
- Must be at least 21 years old
Job Type: Currently, we are looking to fill full-time and part time delivery driving positions in the Southwest Chicago area.
Salary: $19.75 per hour, possibility to earn bonuses is available for all drivers.
Benefits: Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, and Paid time off
Requirements:
- Knowledge of the Downtown/North Chicago
- Computer literate to operate a Smartphone/GPS device with scanner
- Fluent in English (Required)
- Large vehicle driving experience (Preferred)
- Delivery driving experience (Preferred such as Lyft, Fed Ex, UPS, Auto Parts, Pizza, etc.)
- Customer Service Experience (Required: Smile and be courteous to all customers)
- Deliver all assigned packages each day
- We operate 361 days a year, which includes weekends & holidays
OTH Logistics is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.75 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Driving: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person