Delivery Driver Job at Sidney Lee Welding Supply Inc. in Lake City

Overview

Local route delivery drivers needed. Hours are M-F 7:30a-5pm. Minimum license required is a Class B CDL. This job involves delivering in North Florida and surrounding areas. Products delivered include compressed gas cylinders of oxygen, CO2, nitrogen, etc. Hourly pay plus overtime and driver bonus.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

CDL Truck Driver Duties and Responsibilities

• Fully understand how to operate and safely drive your assigned vehicle
• Drive vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) over 26,000 lbs.
• Pick up and safely transport goods to the intended destination
• Ensure contents are properly secured in a truck, to prevent damage or injury
• Obtain signatures to confirm and complete deliveries
• Assist in mapping driving routes
• Stay on a predetermined route and ensure timely transport and delivery
• Communicate with dispatch as needed
• Confirm that the contents of each shipment load match the manifest document
• Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip
• Always ensure your vehicle is kept clean
• Maintain and service vehicle as needed (refuel, change oil, tire pressure, repairs, etc.)
• Notify managers of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered
• Follow delivery schedule and rest at appropriate times
• Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs
• Adhere to company rules and regulations
• Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive in according to weather/road conditions
• Comply with ICC and DOT regulations
• Make safety a priority at all times

CDL Truck Driver Requirements and Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) required
• 2+ years of proven experience in commercial truck driving preferred
• Clean driving record with no moving violations
• Must pass a background check and drug test
• Skilled at driving and parking large, heavy vehicles
• Alert, focused, and detail-oriented
• Physically and mentally fit
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. at a time
• Possess great physical stamina and focus during long driving shifts
• Able to operate an electric lift, hand trucks, pallet jacks, etc.
• Proficient using GPS and other routing systems
• Map reading and route planning experience
• An innate sense of direction
• Self-starter who works well independently
• Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful
• High level of composure and good stress management

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Retail

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