Delivery Driver

The Sherwin-Williams Company; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated SWDS Driver to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering products to customers, ensuring that each delivery is completed accurately and on time. Your commitment to customer satisfaction will be paramount as you interact with clients and handle their inquiries. The ideal candidate will have a strong driving record, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to lift heavy items. This position offers a chance to be part of a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact customer experiences and operational success.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old and have a valid Driver's License.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs frequently.

Responsibilities

• Deliver products to customers and ensure timely delivery.
• Maintain the store vehicle and provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Customer Service

Driving Skills

Material Handling

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet Jacks

Hand Trucks

Job description

SWDS Driver are responsible for delivering products to customers from Sherwin-Williams stores using Company vans or pick-up trucks. Drivers ensure deliveries are complete, packed correctly, and safely delivered to the correct customer. Drivers are accountable for customer satisfaction and for transporting items in a safe, timely manner.

Job duties involve contact with customers, which may include minors; and access to cash and other payment methods, electronic equipment, personal information, store merchandise and other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company therefore has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and is necessary to protect the safety of the Company's customers, staff, employees, vendors, contractors, and the general public.

The individual selected for this role will be expected to work at Store #705376, located at: 275 Park Ave., East Hartford 06108

• Ensure deliveries are prepared to meet customer requirements in the most efficient manner


• Load customer orders properly on the truck


• Ensure appropriate forms are completed


• Load, transport, and deliver items to customers in a safe, timely manner


• Maintain the store vehicle and alert the supervisor to repair and servicing needs


• Provide excellent customer service, answer questions, and handle complaints from customers


• Adhere to assigned routes and following time schedules


• Abide by all transportation laws and maintain a safe driving record


• Prepare reports and other documents relating to deliveries


• Operate equipment and machines, such as cars, trucks, forklifts, etc.


• Perform other tasks in the store, including warehouse duties, tinting, and mixing customer orders and waiting on customers

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age


• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future


• Must have a valid, unrestricted Driver's License


• Must be able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to retrieve material from shelves and floor stacks and lift and carry up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 70 lbs. on occasion.


• Must be willing to work all scheduled hours, which may include evenings and weekends, with or without reasonable accommodation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Have at least a High School diploma or GED


• Have at least one (1) year experience working in a delivery, retail, or customer service position


• Have at least one (1) year of work experience using material handling equipment (for example: forklifts (stand and sit), pallet jacks, hand trucks, order pickers, vacu-hoists, drum dollies, conveyor belts, etc.)


• Have previous work experience selling paint and paint related products


• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in more than one language


• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in Spanish