City Counter Driver and Material Handler

Ozark Automotive Distributors, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

401k with employer contributions

Day one medical/dental/vision coverage

Job summary

O’Reilly Auto Parts is seeking a delivery driver to safely complete deliveries and pickups on assigned routes, maintain documentation, and support city counter operations.

You will load/unload automotive parts, follow route schedules, communicate with leadership about delays, and uphold safety standards. This role offers benefits starting day one and clear growth opportunities within a stable, nationwide retailer.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Commitment to safety, accuracy, and operational compliance.
• Professional, dependable, and customer-focused attitude.
• Ability to adapt to changing routes, schedules, and priorities.
• Previous delivery driving or distribution experience.
• Experience with route schedules, delivery manifests, or logistics documentation.
• Bilingual communication skills, including Spanish proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Complete deliveries and pickups on assigned routes in a safe, timely, and customer focused manner.
• Deliver products accurately to designated store locations, vendors, and other destinations.
• Review delivery paperwork, manifests, and route information to verify accuracy.
• Perform quality checks on loads before departure to ensure correct products and documentation.
• Maintain regular communication with city counter leadership regarding delivery status and issues.
• Follow route schedules and adjust priorities to support efficiency and service.
• Operate delivery vehicles in compliance with policy, laws, and safety rules.
• Conduct routine vehicle inspections and basic maintenance checks.
• Maintain delivery, pickup, and vendor documentation per procedures.
• Safely load, unload, transport, and handle automotive parts with care.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Safety commitment

Customer-focused attitude

Adaptability to routes

Job description

Responsible for safely and accurately completing assigned deliveries and pickups while supporting daily city counter operations. Ensures timely transportation of parts and materials, maintains delivery documentation, follows established route schedules, and upholds O’Reilly safety, service, and operational standards.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Complete deliveries and pickups on assigned routes in a safe, timely, and customer focused manner.
• Deliver products accurately to designated store locations, vendors, and other assigned destinations.
• Review delivery paperwork, manifests, and route information to verify accuracy prior to leaving on route and throughout deliveries.
• Perform quality checks on loads before departure to confirm correct products, quantities, and the correct documentation is included.
• Maintain regular communication with city counter leadership regarding delivery status, route issues, delays, and operational concerns.
• Follow assigned route schedules and adjust priorities as directed to support operational efficiency and customer service needs.
• Operate delivery vehicles in compliance with O’Reilly policy, traffic laws, and safety regulations.
• Conduct routine inspections and basic maintenance checks on vehicle including fuel levels, tires, lights, fluids, and cleanliness.
• Maintain accurate delivery, pickup, and vendor documentation in accordance with O’Reilly procedures and operational standards.
• Safely load, unload, transport, and handle automotive parts and materials while minimizing product damage and securing merchandise safely.
• Maintain awareness of surroundings and identify unsafe conditions, equipment concerns, reporting them to leadership.
• Follow all company safety procedures including proper lifting techniques, PPE requirements, and safe equipment operation practices.
• Build positive working relationships with stores, vendors, and team members through excellent customer service and communication.
• Participate in training, coaching, and continuous development activities to improve operational knowledge and job performance.
• Perform additional duties as required.

SKILLS / EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Required:

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Commitment to safety, accuracy, and operational compliance.
• Professional, dependable, and customer-focused attitude.
• Ability to adapt to changing routes, schedules, and operational priorities.

Desired:

• Previous delivery driving or distribution experience.
• Experience with route schedules, delivery manifests, or logistics documentation.
• Bilingual communication skills, including Spanish proficiency.

O’Reilly Auto Parts has a proven track record of growth and stability. O’Reilly is full of successful career stories and believes in a strong promote-from-within philosophy, encouraging you to grow your career along with the organization.

Total Compensation Package:

• Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off
• Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions
• Starting Day One Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Team Member Health/Wellbeing Programs
• Tuition Educational Assistance Programs
• Opportunities for Career Growth

O’Reilly Auto Parts is an equal opportunity employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or ancestry (including immigration status or citizenship), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions,) age (40 and over), veteran status, uniformed service member status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing or characteristics) or another protected status as defined by local, state, or federal law, as applicable. Qualified individuals with a disability may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or employment process, please send an email to: [e-mail] or call [phone] option , and provide your requested accommodation, and position details.

Your first job at O’Reilly Auto Parts is just the beginning! From a comprehensive benefits and compensation package to a rewarding and positive work environment, your leaders will support you and foster your development so you can grow with the company. Our promote-from-within philosophy means our top leaders worked their way up – and you can, too. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and history at oreillyauto.com/careers.