Box Truck Driver

Dufrene Building Materials, Inc.; Thibodaux (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Dufrene Building Materials, Inc. in Thibodaux, LA is seeking an Experienced Chauffeur's Driver to deliver lumber, building materials, millworks and other merchandise to customer sites and other company locations.

Must be at least 21 years old with a valid Class D license, a medical card, and a clean driving record, and have 5 years of driving experience. Responsibilities include planning routes, loading and unloading vehicles, obtaining signatures, logging mileage, and assisting in warehouse

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Class D license, medical card, and a clean driving record.
• At least 5 years of driving experience.
• Must be at least 21 years old.

Responsibilities

• Plan and complete an efficient delivery and pickup route for the day.
• Load delivery vehicle with parcels and materials.
• Deliver to correct addresses and obtain signatures when necessary.
• Pickup parcels along the route and return items as requested.
• Maintain basic mileage and delivery records.
• Ensure vehicle receives basic service and report issues to supervisor.
• Assist in warehouse duties when routes are completed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Active Class D license

Safe driving

Navigation tools

Route planning

Record keeping

Professional demeanor

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Tools

GPS devices

Job description

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

Must be at least 21 years old and 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.