26.75 Delivery Driver DAY shift OT seasonal

Amazon Inc.; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

Wellness plan

Flexible schedule

Job summary

VL Transport 1 Corp, an Amazon Delivery Service Partner, is hiring a Delivery Driver for a seasonal role in the Newark, NJ area. The job offers $24.75–$25.75 per hour with a workload of 30–50 hours weekly. Medical benefits start after 30 days, plus PTO, paid training, and uniforms provided.

Overtime and weekends required, with training provided to operate specific delivery vehicles. You will interact with customers, ensure timely deliveries, and follow safety standards while using handheld

Qualifications

• Must be 21 or older and hold a valid standard driver’s license.
• Must have no tickets in the last 7 years; 3+ years driving experience preferred.
• Able to operate delivery vans up to GVWR 10,000 lbs.
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds and navigate stairs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver packages to homes, retail, and business locations.
• Use handheld device to manage deliveries and track progress.
• Maintain safe vehicle condition and report delivery status.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Weekend availability

English proficiency

Reliability

Communication skills

Job description

Company Description

VL Transport 1 Corp, an Amazon Delivery Service Partner, delivers packages and smiles to people within your community every day. We're looking for motivated, customer-focused individuals who want to join our team delivering Amazon packages.

Job Description

2 shifts available 11 am and 7am $1.00 per hour incentive for 11 am shifts

CLEAN DRIVING RECORD REQUIRED NO TICKETS IN LAST 7 YEARS!!

THIS IS A SEASONAL POSITION FROM NOW UNTIL JANUARY.

It's extremely important that you are able to make it to work on time! Schedules are flexible to work best around your needs and the needs of the business. However that also means you must perform to standards and be consistent.

MEDICAL BENEFITS AFTER 30 DAYS

PTO (.99 PER HOUR) PAID OUT AT END OF SEASON

UNIFORMS PROVIDED including Shoes!! + PAID TRAINING

As a Delivery Driver for VL Transport 1 Corp, you will be on the front lines working directly with our customers and members of your community. It will be your job to exceed customer expectations and make sure all orders, large or small, are delivered on time at the right place.

THIS IS A SEASONAL POSITION FROM NOW UNTIL JANUARY. OT AND WEEKENDS REQUIRED

• Delivery Driver General Responsibilities:
• Adhere to strict safety and quality standards on and off the road
• Interact in a positive and a professional manner with customers and general public while delivering products to customers' homes, retail, and business locations
• Follow up on customer requests or problems with solution oriented approach keeping customer informed of delivery progress
• Use handheld technology to deliver customer packages, manage delivery progress, and solve obstacles
• Sort and prepare a delivery route to meet customer promise
• Ensure delivery vehicle is clean, fueled, and in good operating condition at all times
• May assist in training other team members
• Where appropriate, carry out in delivery station activities including sortation and general tasks
• Work Environment:
• Under tight deadlines, drives a delivery van up to GVWR 10,000 lbs. to many customer residences and businesses, climbs in and out of van, and walks up and down stairs as required to deliver packages according to established procedures in all weather conditions
• Flexibility is key; routes may vary and may be delayed due to traffic from on road congestion, construction, or other factors
• Set core schedule, but there may be adjustments, including additional hours and potential schedule changes depending on time of the year and peak seasons and other factors
• Deliver Driver Basic Qualifications:
• Possess a valid driver’s license in the state of residence
• Proficient in English sufficient to meet US DOT standard of ability to read road signs and communicate with regulatory personnel
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Must be available weekends
• Holds high ethical standards at all times
• Proven track record of reliability
• Prior professional driving experience
• Prior experience representing a well-regarded consumer brand with professionalism
• Excellent attention to detail with skill set to problem solve independently
• Demonstrate strong communication skills
• Self-motivated and able to work in a self-directed environment with an upbeat attitude
• Ability to work with a team in a fast paced, ever changing environment
• Delivery Driver Job Requirements:
• Ability to lift, bend, reach above the head, kneel, crouch, and/or stretch during shifts up to 10 hours long
• Ability to operate and navigate a van up to GVWR 10,000 lbs.
• Ability to effectively operate a GPS
• Ability to lift, push, pull and move boxes up to 50 pounds each
• Capable of moving up and down stairs
• Possess a valid driver’s license in the state of residence

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.75 to 25.75 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Wellness plan

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Qualifications

• MUST be 21 or older and have a valid standard driver’s license, not probationary
• MUST HAVE NO TICKETS IN THE LAST 7 YEARS. . LESS THAN 7 YEARS DRIVING IS OK. MINIMUM 3 YEARS WITH US DRIVER LICENSE
• Must be able to operate and navigate a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 or Ram Promaster 3500 or Rivian Electric Delivery vehicle ( training provided)
• Must be able to move boxes up to 50 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to easily get in and out of the van, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must have good communication skills and the ability to work well with customers.
• Must be punctual.
• Overtime and weekends required
• Driving: 3 years (Required)

Additional Information

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