Cover Driver

Staples; Berkeley (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work shoes after 30 days

PTO & holidays

401(k) match

Wellness programs

Discounts

Job summary

Staples is seeking a Cover Delivery Driver in Missouri to support our Staples Supply Chain network. You will drive routes, deliver office supplies, and provide outstanding customer service on every stop.

The role requires safety focus, ability to lift, pass DOT requirements, and overtime. You will use GPS and POD devices, learn office software, and collaborate with teammates to ensure timely deliveries and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving history.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical and drug screen.
• Must obtain a 6-month DOT medical card.
• Basic English language skills (verbal and written).
• Overtime may be required based on business needs.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs and maneuver up to 130 lbs with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Drive route assignments to cover vacations and absences at least 50% of the time.
• Provide outstanding customer service and resolve problems.
• Transport products safely and deliver office supplies on route.
• Load vehicles when volume requires.
• Organize and load product using manifests for efficient routes.
• Maintain safety practices and perform pre-trip inspections.
• Represent Staples on wheels and support customers’ day.

Skills

Safe driving

Customer service

Decision making

GPS navigation

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

GPS devices

Job description

7:30am-4:00pm/Monday-Friday with Mandatory Overtime

When joining our Supply Chain team, you can feel right away that people are at the heart of what we do. You’ll be surrounded by a team who is looking to make an impact on our customers, our community, and each other. By pairing innovative technology with dynamic employees, we create smarter, more efficient ways to deliver for customers. Our network of distribution, fulfillment, fleet, furniture installation and professional teams work together in fun and safe environments to deliver state-of-the-art products, services and expertise to our customers.

What you’ll be doing:

As a Cover Delivery Driver, you will drive a variety of route assignments to cover for vacations and absences at least 50% of the time. You will provide outstanding customer service by helping to resolve problems and by accepting product returns as required. In this role, you will transport products safely and deliver office supplies on your assigned route to customers. At times, depending on volume, you will load vehicles. You will organize and load product for delivery utilizing the manifest assuring the most efficient delivery route and schedule. Safety is our utmost priority so, in this role, we will look to you to ensure safe work practices and embrace and foster our safety culture. You will be a problem solver for our customers; providing customer support, accepting product returns, and will be empowered to make your customers’ day. You’re our brand on wheels! This is a critical role and you will be essential to the success of Staples Supply Chain as we deliver to our customers.

What you bring to the table:

• An ability to be a safe and courteous driver who can navigate your way around a map and all kinds of weather and road conditions.
• An ability to make sound decisions, be it driving, parking, safety related and/or customer interaction related.
• An ability to learn and utilize software applications including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office-specifically Word and Excel.
• An ability to use technology including GPS and mobile Proof of Delivery (POD) devices.
• A personal commitment to your growth and development.
• An ability to bring new ideas that add efficiency and opportunities to grow the business.
• An inclusive approach with your colleagues and customers to forge strong relationships and foster collaboration to resolve issues.
• An ability and willingness to maintain cleanliness of vehicle including performing pre-trip vehicle inspections and reporting any maintenance concerns.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have a valid drivers’ license with a driving record indicating a safe driving history acceptable to the company and at all times remain eligible to drive a commercial motor vehicle under applicable laws and regulations.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical and drug screen (No THC) to the extent legally permissible.
• Must obtain a 6-month DOT medical card specific to the role.
• Basic English language skills (both verbal and written communications).
• Full-Time associates must have the ability to work additional hours beyond scheduled shift; additional overtime hours will be required based on business need.
• Ability to lift up to 70lbs, push and pull items weighing up to 400 lbs with the assistance of hand carts/material handling equipment, and occasionally maneuver up to 130 lbs.
• Must wear safety composite shoes.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 1-year of truck driving experience (operating a 16ft or longer straight truck) or comparable driving experience.
• High volume / small package delivery experience.

We Offer:

• Competitive Pay: $23.20-$25.45/hour Based On Experience.
• Ability to earn additional compensation through our Safety Program.
• Receive a pair of work shoes after 30 days.
• Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups.
• Staples offers both Full-Time and Part-Time benefits. Some Full-Time benefits include: 112 Hours of PTO and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays + 1 floating holiday), Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more!

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.