Box Truck Driver

Dufrene Building Materials Inc; Grand Isle (LA); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Health Insurance

Dental / Vision / Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

401K with Company Match

Job summary

A regional building supplies company in Grand Isle seeks an Experienced Chauffeur's Driver to deliver lumber, building materials, and other merchandise. Candidates must hold a valid Class 'D' license, have 5 years of driving experience, and can lift up to 50 pounds. Responsibilities include planning delivery routes, ensuring vehicle maintenance, and assisting with warehouse tasks. The position offers competitive pay and various benefits, including health insurance and a 401K with company match.

Qualifications

• Must maintain an active Class 'D' license and Medical Card.
• 5 years of driving experience required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.

Responsibilities

• Plans and completes an efficient delivery and pick up route.
• Loads delivery vehicle with scheduled parcels.
• Delivers parcels to correct addresses, obtaining signatures.
• Maintains basic records of truck mileage and deliveries.
• Assists in general warehouse duties post-delivery.

Skills

Safe driving

Navigation tools usage

Route planning

Record keeping

Professionalism

Education

Valid Class 'D' driver’s license

Job description

We are looking for an Experienced Chauffeur's Driver. Drivers will deliver lumber, building materials, millworks and other merchandise to customers' sites and our other locations.

Must be at least 21 years old and have 5 years driving experience.

Duties/ Responsibilities

• Plans and completes an efficient delivery and pick up route for the day.
• Loads delivery vehicle with parcels scheduled for delivery.
• Delivers parcels to correct addresses, obtaining signatures and proof of receipt when necessary.
• Picks up parcels along the scheduled route, including items to be returned, company orders, and other items as requested.
• Maintains basic records of truck mileage and deliveries made.
• Ensures that delivery vehicle receives basic service according to maintenance schedule; reports larger service needs and mechanical issues to supervisor.
• Assists in general warehouse duties when delivery route is completed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Must maintain an active Class "D" license and Medical Card
• Ability to drive safely.
• Ability to use navigation tools such as onboard GPS, smartphone apps, and/or web-based or physical maps.
• Ability to plan delivery routes.
• Ability to maintain basic logs and records.
• Ability to carry out a series of instructions without constant supervision.
• Able to remain professional and courteous at all times.

Education and Experience

• Valid Class "D" driver’s license, current medical card and clean driving record.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Must be able to load and unload packages with and without dollies in various types of weather.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Health Insurance
• Dental / Vision / Life Insurance
• Paid HolidaysPaid Vacation
• 401K with Company Match