Job Overview: Welcome to Flatlands Laundromat, where we pride ourselves on offering dependable and superior laundry services to our community. With a rapidly expanding laundry pickup and delivery service, we're on the lookout for a dedicated and conscientious Pickup & Delivery Driver to become a vital part of our team. If you have a passion for driving and excel in providing outstanding customer service, explore this unique opportunity with us! Our entire system is cloud based so you will be given both a company tablet and a company phone to carry out your day-to-day tasks! We look forward to hearing from you!
Responsibilities:
- Picking up and Delivering Laundry Bags: Ensure timely and accurate pick-up and delivery of laundry bags to and from our clients. Handle items with care and ensure the security of items during transit.
- Route Planning: Utilize GPS and other route planning tools to determine the most efficient route, keeping track of multiple deliveries and pick-up points.
- Customer Interaction: Provide excellent customer service by answering queries, providing information, and ensuring customer satisfaction during pick-up or delivery.
- Vehicle Maintenance: Conduct daily inspections of the delivery vehicle to ensure it is operating well and safely. Report any maintenance issues immediately.
- Operating a POS System: Process orders, handle cash and card payments, and issue receipts. Ensure accurate record-keeping and daily reconciliation of transactions.
- Assisting with Store Operations: When not on delivery, assist with store duties, such as sorting, folding, or managing inventory.
- Adhering to Traffic Laws: Ensure that all local and state driving laws and regulations are adhered to while on the road.
- Communication: Provide updates to management regarding deliveries, any challenges faced, or delays.
Requirements:
- Valid Driver's License: Must possess a valid and current driver's license.
- Good Driving Record: A history of safe driving habits and no major traffic violations.
- Physical Fitness: Able to lift and transport heavy laundry bags, sometimes up or down stairs or longer distances. Average bag weight varies, but 1 bag is between 30-50 pounds.
- Experience: Prior experience as a Delivery Driver or in a similar role is preferable.
- Professional Attitude and Appearance: Present oneself in a manner that represents the company positively.
- Strong Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with customers, colleagues, and management.
- Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using GPS and other navigation tools. Familiarity with basic POS system operations.
- Time Management: Ability to manage time effectively to ensure timely deliveries and efficiency.
- Customer Service Oriented: Strong interpersonal skills and a friendly demeanor, aiming for customer satisfaction.
- Attention to Detail: Ensuring accurate delivery, handling of payment, and understanding specific customer instructions.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per year
Benefits:
- Paid training
Day range:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience level:
- 1 year
Shift:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Driving: 3 years (Required)
- Delivery driver: 2 years (Preferred)
Language:
- English (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Brooklyn, NY 11236 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Brooklyn, NY 11236: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person