Auto Parts Delivery Driver

Benzeen Auto Parts; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision plans

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off + 6 holidays

Employee discount

Monthly company lunches

Job summary

Benzeen Auto Parts in Hayward seeks a Parts Delivery Driver to ensure safe, efficient delivery of parts to professional customers. You will operate company vehicles, log deliveries, and maintain customer relations.

The role emphasizes a strong customer service mindset, reliability for overtime, and adherence to safety standards. A valid driver's license and clean MVR are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• At least 1 year delivery driving experience.
• Familiarity with automotive parts.
• Ability to provide outstanding, friendly, and professional customer service.

Responsibilities

• Drive a company vehicle to deliver parts to customers; typical route includes 10–15 stops daily and up to 250 miles round trip.
• Operate company apps and tools to log deliveries and returns.
• Maintain a positive, professional image and provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Delivery driving

Customer service

Communication

Ability to perform basic math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Whip Around

Concur

Skype

Job description

Are you looking to start a fulfilling job in the auto industry? Benzeen Auto Parts has been serving its customers for over 16 years with all late model vehicle parts and providing high-quality customer service, and we are looking for a Parts Delivery Driver to join our Hayward Team! As a Parts Delivery Driver, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of parts to professional customers.

Why Join Us?

• Close-knit family business, focused on work/life balance for employees.
• Workplace culture that values employee growth with opportunities for advancement.
• Medical, dental & vision benefit plans, life insurance, 401(K), paid time off + 6 paid holidays, employee discount, monthly company-wide lunches and other fun events throughout the year, and an additional 5 days of baby bonding leave for parents!
• Consistent work schedule with opportunities for overtime.

What will a successful Parts Delivery Driver accomplish in the first 90 days?

• Establish a reputation for providing great customer service to our valued customers
• Operate company-supplied van safely and without accidents. Keep the company vehicle in excellent condition.
• Exhibit a willingness to work overtime to get the job done

Essential Job Functions:

• Drive a company vehicle to deliver parts and products to customers and pick up customer returns. Route typically includes 10-15 stops per day. Up to 250 miles roundtrip.
• Complete tasks through various applications (Whip Around, Part Car Relocate, Picture app, Skype, and Concur)
• Maintain a positive attitude and provide excellent customer service
• Project a professional and personable image to maintain good customer relations
• Report vehicle maintenance needs through Whip Around app
• Drive safely and defensively, adhering to all company safety standards
• Pick up and deliver parts and equipment to customers, satellite stores, wholesale accounts, and vendors.
• Check with the parts manager, wholesale representative, inventory control administrator, parts counter representative or shipping and receiving clerk before leaving to coordinate any last-minute pick-ups or deliveries.
• Deliver parts to the warehouse when needed for distribution to the appropriate technicians
• Verify that invoice matches purchase order for each pick-up
• Check payments received with the invoices for each delivery
• Turn in all COD 's from route into security box.
• Handle basic maintenance of the vehicle including filling the tank with gas, checking oil, keeping it clean and making sure required inspections are performed.
• Perform related duties as assigned
• Work overtime as needed

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED and/or at least one (1) year delivery driving experience or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Familiarity with automotive parts
• Ability to provide outstanding, friendly, and professional customer service
• Ability to quickly match alphanumeric sequences and perform basic math
• Excellent decision making skills and ability to self-direct
• Good interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to adapt quickly and effectively to changing delivery situations
• Must have a valid class C driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR) per department standards

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit for long periods of time
• Physical stamina and good upper body strength to lift heavy objects, as well as the ability to load and unload them from vehicle
• Ability to lift/load/unload up to 75 lbs.