Delivery Driver

Devex Consulting BV; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Palmer Trucks is seeking a Parts Delivery Driver in the United States (Indiana). The role involves safely operating company vehicles to deliver parts to customers, maintaining vehicle readiness, and representing the company with a positive attitude.

Your responsibilities include order picking, loading/unloading, route planning, and ensuring accurate deliveries while upholding customer relationships. A high school diploma and a valid driver’s license are required, with flexible hours including

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record are required.
• Ability to operate motor vehicles and perform delivery tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform weekly vehicle maintenance checks and record results.
• Maintain cleanliness of company vehicles inside and out.
• Accurately pick and package orders for delivery.
• Communicate order accuracy to sales personnel/customers.
• Plan efficient delivery routes while maintaining customer expectations.
• Ensure safe and accurate delivery of all orders.
• Represent the company and build customer relationships.
• Collect and document payment for delivered orders.
• Assist with stocking, pulling, and other errands as needed.
• Answer phones when needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Time management

Customer focus

Teamwork

Self-starting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Summary

The overall goal of the

Description

DELIVERY DRIVER

Reports To: Parts Manager

Summary

The overall goal of the Parts Delivery Driver is to support the sales efforts and effectively deliver products to and from our customers. The Parts Delivery Driver will safely operate and maintain company equipment and provide representation for the organization. The Parts Delivery Driver will be an advocate for the Palmer Road Map and strive to promote a better workplace every day through a positive attitude and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducts weekly maintenance checks utilizing the vehicle maintenance form to record the safety and functionality of the assigned vehicle.
• Maintain the cleanliness of assigned vehicles (interior & exterior) in accordance with company policy.
• Perform accurate picking & packaging of orders to fulfill customers’ requests.
• Communicate order accuracy to sales personnel and/or customers.
• Plan routes for efficient delivery while maintaining positive customer expectations.
• Ensure all orders are delivered safely and accurately to customers.
• Act as an extension of the organization, promoting goods and services while building customer relationships.
• Collect, secure, and properly document payment for all orders delivered.
• Assist with stocking, pulling, and other business errands as needed when primary tasks are completed.
• Assist in answering phones when needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Business Skills

• Time and Priority Management - Prioritizing and completing tasks in order to deliver desired outcomes within allotted timeframes
• Customer Focus - Anticipating, meeting and/or exceeding customer needs, wants and expectations
• Teamwork - Cooperating with others to meet objectives
• Self-Starting - Demonstrating initiative and willingness to begin working

Qualifications And Other Requirements

Candidate must be a high school graduate or equivalent.

Position requires a valid driver's license and the ability to operate motor vehicles. All drivers must maintain a safe driving record.

Working hours: Pickup truck or Van drivers may work varying hours, including early mornings, evenings, or weekends, depending on the nature of their job. They may also be required to work long hours or be on-call for deliveries or specific assignments.

The working conditions for this position are primarily outdoors, year-round, with varying weather and road conditions.

Physical Requirements

• Mobility: The individual should be able to move easily in and out of the truck and perform tasks that may require bending, lifting, and climbing in and out of the cargo area.
• Vision: Good eyesight and visual acuity are important for the individual to operate the vehicle safely, read signs, and navigate the road.
• Hearing: The individual should have good hearing to be alert to sounds such as sirens, horns, and other road-warning signals.
• Manual dexterity: The individual should have good manual dexterity to operate the vehicle's controls, including the steering wheel, pedals, and other dashboard controls.
• Lifting: While heavy lifting may not be a frequent requirement, the individual may occasionally need to load and unload items from the truck's cargo area, which may involve lifting and carrying moderate-weight objects.

Company Overview

Palmer Trucks is a full-service Kenworth dealership network serving Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and Illinois, offering a comprehensive range of products and services. As a family-owned business with more than a half-century history of growth and success, Palmer Trucks has grown to a team of more than 700 individuals. With more than two million trucks on U.S. highways and interstates at any given time, there is a paramount need to keep the industry moving forward – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

We remain committed to forming authentic and valuable connections by fulfilling the industry’s unique, time-sensitive needs as a trusted partner. We accomplish this by providing products and services of the highest quality and value – personalized for you.

Because of this philosophy, we develop and nurture long-term, valuable relationships with our partners. The Palmer Trucks team has the utmost privilege and gratitude to do business, and these core values are what keep customers returning year after year and have kept us – On the Road Since 1965.

Benefits

Palmer Trucks is a family-owned company with nearly 60 years of success, treating everyone with respect and dignity. Our team is always ready to help you find the best benefits package for you and your family.

Individual, Spouse, and Family coverage. Multiple Products are affordable and provide value for you and your family.

• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Short-Term Paid for by Palmer
• Supplemental Products: Long-Term Disability, etc.

Financial Stability And Retirement Preparedness

• Our 401(k) program includes a company match
• Retirement Planning Assistance
• Financial Guidance and Education

Paid Time Off

• Full-time employees enjoy paid holidays and personal time
• Vacation based on the length of service.

Resources When We Face Major Challenges And Life Events

• Life Insurance, Hospital Stay, Critical Illness, other products
• Bereavement Services and Employment Assistance Program
• Mental Health Resources readily accessible and without stigma

Paid Training and Tools Assistance to do the job right.

Job Posting Information

This position has an immediate start date and will allow for proper notice to your existing employer.

Palmer Trucks is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation for a medical condition or disability during any part of the application process, please contact:[e-mail]

Palmer Trucks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All Applicants are considered for employment without a regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or any other legally protected.

Revised: November 2025