Delivery Driver

City of Lincoln; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lincoln is seeking a Driver to transport ready-to-eat company products and materials safely and efficiently. You will operate company vehicles in compliance with DOT and New York State regulations and represent the organization professionally.

This seasonal role requires daily inspections, accurate logs, proper safety equipment, and strict adherence to safety standards, with potential transition to permanent employment. Training and certifications will be provided as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires adherence to DOT regulations and NY state laws.
• Maintains daily vehicle inspections and proper documentation.
• Demonstrates strong safety, customer service, and professional representation of the company.

Responsibilities

• Operate company vehicles safely and in compliance with DOT regulations.
• Perform and document daily vehicle inspections to ensure roadworthiness.
• Complete and submit vehicle logs, delivery records, and inspection reports on time.
• Verify safety equipment is present and functional before deliveries.
• Maintain appropriate vehicle temperatures and operating conditions for transported products.
• Refuel vehicles according to procedures and return to designated locations.
• Wear required PPE and company uniform while on duty.
• Report defects, incidents, or violations promptly.
• Follow accident response procedures and notify management.
• Maintain all required certifications and driver qualification records.

Skills

Safe driving

Defensive driving

Vehicle inspections

Documentation

Safety compliance

Job description

• Location 179-29 150th Rd,Jamaica, NY, 11434,United States
• Base Pay $20.00 - $21.25 / Hour
• Employee Type Seasonal

Description

SEASONAL TO PERMANENT EMPLOYMENT

The Driver is responsible for the safe, timely, and compliant transportation of ready to eat company products and materials while operating company vehicles in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT), New York State, and company regulations. This role ensures vehicle safety through daily inspections, proper documentation, adherence to defensive driving practices, and maintenance of required driver qualifications. The Driver is accountable for completing deliveries efficiently, monitoring vehicle conditions, maintaining required safety equipment, and reporting any accidents, violations, or operational issues promptly. The position requires a strong commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, customer service, and the professional representation of the company at all times.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Operate company vehicles safely and in compliance with DOT regulations, New York State laws, and company policies.
• Perform and document daily vehicle inspections to ensure roadworthiness and safety.
• Complete and submit vehicle logs, delivery records, and inspection reports accurately and on time.
• Verify that all required safety equipment is present and operational before beginning deliveries.
• Maintain appropriate vehicle temperatures and operating conditions for transported products.
• Refuel vehicles according to company procedures and ensure vehicles are returned to designated locations at the end of each shift.
• Wear required personal protective equipment and company uniform while on duty.
• Report vehicle defects, maintenance concerns, accidents, traffic violations, health status changes, or license-related issues immediately.
• Follow established accident response procedures, including notifying management, documenting incidents, and completing accident reports.
• Maintain all required certifications, medical clearances, defensive driving training, and driver qualification records.