Overview
Herzog Contracting Corp. is currently seeking a Delivery Driver in Elwood, KS to join our team.
Duties and Responsibilities
This is a non-exhaustive overview of the job duties for this position.
- We are seeking a dedicated and responsible Vehicle and or Equipment Delivery Driver to join our Elite team.
- Your primary responsibility will be to transport vehicles and equipment safely and efficiently to designated destinations across the United States.
- Conduct thorough pre-delivery and post-delivery vehicle inspections.
- Ensure vehicles are delivered in pristine condition, both inside and out.
- Maintain accurate records of deliveries and any issues encountered during transport.
- Communicate professionally with clientele and provide exceptional customer service.
- Help with new upfits and decommissioning of vehicles.
- Able to stay away from home for days at a time.
- Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog’s Culture and its essential behaviors are a requirement for this position.
- Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Valid Class A driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Proven experience as a delivery driver or a similar role.
- Familiarity with vehicle and equipment operations and maintenance.
- Excellent driving skills, including navigating various road and weather conditions.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to handle vehicles of different sizes and types.
- Effective communication and customer service skills.
Pre-Employment Requirements
- Subject to pre-employment background check and motor vehicle report review.
- Maintain a valid driver’s license and endorsements as required per position.
- Pass pre-employment DOT physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen due to the safety sensitive nature of this position.
- This position requires you to pass and maintain a DOT medical evaluation to drive a Herzog commercial vehicle.
- Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described below must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this role. This position will be physically demanding at times. This is a non-exhaustive overview of the physical requirements of this job.
- Able to walk on uneven surfaces.
- Regularly lift weight up to 50 pounds to waist height.
- Regularly lift up to 50 pounds to waist height and carry for a distance up to 10 feet.
- Work in a confined access/space environment with a width of 24 inches.
- Must be able to adapt to various temperature extremes including but not limited to heat, cold, moisture and wind.
- Able to tolerate repetitive movements: bending and overhead reaching.
- Regularly ascend/descend a platform with a height of up to 12 inches from the floor.
- Regularly ascend/descend a ladder while carrying 35 pounds of equipment.
- Regularly climb stairs while carrying 50 pounds of equipment.
- Frequently bend, crouch, stand and sit for extended time.
- Able to work in a safety sensitive work environment.
- Must successfully pass color/vision examinations as required by the position.
- Must be able to hear and distinguish auditory signals as required by the position.
Safety
- Herzog is nationally recognized for its excellent corporate safety record which results from all employees at all levels, in all positions adhering to established policies and procedures. Reporting any and all safety violations to your immediate supervisor is a prerequisite for continued employment. Safety diligence by all results in a safe work environment for all.
Benefits
- Herzog offers a robust benefits package including medical and dental coverage. The plans are specific to projects and locations.
Why Herzog
Founded in 1969, Herzog is headquartered in St. Joseph, Missouri, with a satellite office in Fort Worth, Texas.
Over the course of our 50+ year history, Herzog has become a national leader in the construction, operations and maintenance of commuter rail, light rail, streetcar, and freight rail projects.
We believe our culture is at the heart of our existence. It is that belief which empowers every member of our professional family to act with purpose and passion as they advance their career throughout their personal pursuit of excellence.
Backed by over five decades of experience, Herzog delivers exceptional customer service and elite results.
Our success is the outcome of our relentless pursuit of excellence, our passion for our customers, safety without compromise, and a deep-rooted belief in the power of team.
We invite you to join us on our journey to excellence as we work to be better today than yesterday and better tomorrow than today.
It is the policy of Herzog Contracting Corp. to provide equal opportunity in employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.