DC Route Driver

O'Reilly Auto Parts; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid time off

401k with employer contributions

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

O'Reilly Auto Parts is seeking a professional CDL‑A truck driver to safely operate company vehicles, deliver merchandise to store locations, and adhere to DOT regulations. You will perform daily pre/post trip inspections, manage Hours of Service, and ensure loads are secured and verified against freight bills.

The role supports a nationwide parts distribution network and offers opportunities for training and career growth within a stable, growth‑oriented organization.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of DOT regulations, logbooks, and vehicle inspections.
• Must pass pre‑employment and random drug and alcohol tests.
• Must possess a current Class A CDL with Hazmat endorsement.
• Ability to work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Operate a commercial truck safely and keep the vehicle clean.
• Deliver merchandise to stores as per freight bill.
• Follow route design, stop order, and directions.
• Complete pre- and post-trip inspections per FMCSA 396.11 and policy.
• Ensure proper loading, securing, and door/alarm checks at each stop.
• Train new team members on DC target training program.

Skills

DOT regulations knowledge

Logbook & vehicle inspections

CDL A Hazmat

MVR & DOT medical status

Flexible hours

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electric pallet jack

Job description

Operate a commercial truck in the company fleet and provide safe, timely, and quality deliveries. Follow company policies, procedures, and DOT regulations in execution of duties.

Essential Job Functions

Responsible for the safe operation of any company vehicle and keeping the inside of the vehicle clean.

Run routes as designed by the company including the order of stops, direction of route, and roads used.

Run routes in a reasonable amount of time, according to set guidelines.

Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections as published in FMCSA regulations 396.11 and O'Reilly policy and keep track of Hours of Service (HOS) by utilizing the company telematics and/or paper logs as instructed in part 395 of the Federal Motor Carrier Regulations.

Deliver all merchandise on the truck to the proper location according to the freight bill and the freight bill and store location sticker should be checked to ensure proper delivery.

Verify all manifested returns and return them to the DC.

Responsible for securing the load, all doors, and alarms before and after each stop.

Run any route as needed or required by supervisor.

Team members with experience may be designated as trainers. As a trainer, take ownership of the DC target training program ensuring that all training is conducted according to schedule, and that all documentation is complete. Explain specific job duties and functions to help ensure the success of new team members, as well as to convey any departmental or procedural changes to existing team members.

All other duties as assigned.

Skills/Education/Knowledge/Experience/Abilities

Required:

• Working knowledge of DOT regulations, logbook, and vehicle inspections
• Maintain a clean MVR at all times and a valid DOT physical status Must pass pre-employment and random drug and alcohol tests Must possess a current Class A CDL with Hazmat endorsement Must maintain the ability to work flexible hours

Desired

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Previous electric pallet jack experience

Advanced mechanical abilities

Fluency in multiple languages (Spanish is highly desired)

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.