Box Truck Driver Job at Parts Authority LLC in Dubuque

Overview

Overview: Parts Authority, founded in 1973, is a leading national distributor of automotive replacement parts, tools/equipment and transmissions. Headquartered in Long Island, New York, Parts Authority is rapidly expanding, with more than 300 locations servicing customers across multiple states. Parts Authority has grown through organic initiatives and acquisitions, acquiring over a dozen companies in recent years. Our catalog includes over 3 million parts covering more than 125 million applications, ensuring customer partners receive the parts they want, when they want them. Our team is a differentiator, with professionally trained counter staff to help find the right parts and brands for each application. We carry top brands for domestic and import vehicles, including AC Delco, Motorcraft, Denso, Bosch, KYB, Monroe, Gates, Dorman and Exide among more than 400 suppliers.

Each team member plays a vital role in our success. We are rapidly expanding and looking for candidates to join our family. Join our Parts Authority Team today as a Box Truck Driver.

Responsibilities

• Load, transport, and deliver items to customers or businesses in a timely, friendly and courteous manner.
• Review orders before and after delivery to ensure that orders are complete, charges are correct, and the customer is satisfied.
• Watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure that the bobtail truck is working properly.
• Take and follow directions from dispatcher, adhere to assigned routes, follow time schedules, use route navigation apps, and be aware of alternative routes when necessary to deliver on time.
• Assist with loading and unloading items from vehicles without interfering with operations at the customer’s place of business.
• Provide excellent customer service, answer questions, and professionally handle complaints and concerns from customers.
• Abide by all transportation laws and maintain a safe driving record.
• Accept payments, prepare reports including invoices, return forms, reconcile debt and credit and all monies collected related to deliveries.
• Complete daily maintenance checks on company delivery vehicle when applicable and notify the manager of any issues.
• Assist in other store/warehouse duties (stock, parts pulling, etc.) as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned and maintain a safe workplace.
• Secure and transfer cash or other assets.

Qualifications

• Current, valid driver’s license
• Able to work weekends
• Minimum of 1 year verifiable Class C Bobtail truck driving experience
• Must meet company insurance requirements (drivers must be 21 years old or over)
• Current valid automobile insurance with your name on the policy
• Ability to lift, move, push and pull up to 50 pounds, with prolonged sitting (Auto Body)
• Parts Collision Drivers must be able to lift 75 lbs

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to manage, track and account for money transactions and reconcile customer credit and debt balances
• Ability to utilize a tablet and/or mobile device for navigation/route optimization, tracking and customer interface/signature capture
• Exceptional customer and verbal communication skills, ability to communicate effectively, professionally, with tact and diplomacy
• Ability to take and follow directions and work well with others as part of a team
• Flexible schedule with the ability to work overtime as needed
• Knowledge of principles and methods for moving freight and materials
• Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state and national laws
• Knowledge of laws, EPA regulations, DOT regulations, and OSHA regulations
• Knowledge of identifying potential safety risks ahead of time
• Previous delivery driving experience is a plus

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Pharmacy Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Basic Life and AD&D
• Short Term Disability Coverage
• Voluntary Short Term Disability Coverage
• Voluntary Long Term Disability Coverage
• Flexible Spending Account
• Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account
• Health Savings Account
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• ID Theft Insurance
• Legal Plan Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Holidays, Sick and Vacation
• Profit Sharing/401(k) Plan
• Employee Discounts on Merchandise

Parts Authority is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable laws. Minimum pay: USD $16.00/Hr.

Parts Authority LLC