Delivery Driver - 3 am - 11:30 am

The Kendall Group, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kendall Group is seeking a Delivery Driver to operate a delivery van and straight truck, moving cargo between customer locations and aiding in warehouse tasks. You will learn and follow safety procedures, manage inventory counts, and assist with loading, unloading, and paperwork.

Entry-level position requiring a High School Diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to pass a DOT medical exam.

Qualifications

• Driver’s License with appropriate state licensing and clean driving record.
• Must be able to pass a DOT Medical Exam and obtain a 1-Year Card (Paid for by The Kendall Group)
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Drive product to various customer locations.
• Load and unload trucks following established procedures.
• Maintain daily shipping paperwork.
• Identify and count inventory in assigned areas.
• Operate warehouse equipment including forklifts and hand trucks.
• Participate in general housekeeping of warehouse and delivery vehicles.
• Follow safe work habits and safety procedures.
• Attend meetings and training sessions.
• Other warehouse tasks as assigned.

Skills

Service Excellence

Results oriented

Accountability and Responsibility

Teamwork and collaboration

Safety Conscious

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Hand trucks

Job description

About The Kendall Group

The Kendall Group is comprised of eight divisions with 75+ locations in ten states. Combined, we serve the Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, and Fitting products, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation Industries. The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company. Kendall offers a great opportunity for a rewarding career.

Why The Kendall Group? Our employee ownership model is the core of who we are. You will not only own part of the company, but you will own your future. At Kendall, you'll have opportunities to learn and grow while being coached and mentored along the way. We're that company where people stay! We're proud to say more than 60% of our associates have more than 5 years of tenure, and more than 40% have greater than 10 years. At Kendall, you will be valued and supported, your ideas will be heard, your voice will matter, and you'll work alongside incredible people who care about your success.

Role Summary

Reporting to the Supervisor, the Delivery Driver is responsible for driving and operating a Delivery van and Straight truck, moving and hauling cargo between customer locations upon assignment from the Supervisor. Delivery Drivers are essential to the overall operation of the business. When Delivery Drivers are not needed for delivery, drivers assist with various job duties within the warehouse/distribution center.

Exciting work you will do

• Driving product to various customer locations
• Truck loading and unloading according to established procedures
• Responsible for daily shipping paperwork
• Check assigned equipment for proper operation/functionality and communicate problems to Delivery Supervisor
• Accurately identify and count inventory in assigned areas
• Must learn how to operate warehouse equipment including forklifts, hand trucks, etc.
• Participate in ongoing general housekeeping of warehouse and delivery vehicles
• Follow safe work habits and established safety procedures
• Safely operate additional warehouse equipment
• Attend meetings and training sessions
• Other warehouse tasks as assigned

Competencies you possess

• Service Excellence
• Results, Action Oriented
• Accountability and Responsibility
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Safety Conscious
• Time Management

What you’ll need

Work Experience

Entry Level

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Licenses/Certifications

• Driver’s License with appropriate state licensing and clean driving record
• Must be able to pass a DOT Medical Exam and obtain a 1- Year Card (Paid for by The Kendall Group)

Analytics/Computer Skills

Ability to use standard office equipment, including but not limited to computerized bar code scanner, printer, and standard warehouse equipment/tools/machines/vehicles; basic math and reasoning skills

Organization Skills

Excellent work ethic, good verbal, and communication skills; ability to work independently

Cross-functional skills

Ability to work effectively in a team environment and through the direction of a direct Supervisor or Lead

Communication Skills

Ability to communicate well with all levels of the organization; know when to request assistance when appropriate, especially when lifting heavy objects

Physical, Mental and Visual Skills

The physical demands described here 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 disability to perform the essential functions. Ability to see, talk, and hear Frequent sitting, driving, and getting in and out of a vehicle Ability to lift, move, and carry up to 50lbs Ability to be on your feet for 8 hours a day Ability to stand, walk, push, pull, reach, twist, and push Ability to climb stairs and step ladders, bend, stoop, crouch, and kneel

Physical Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to temperature conditions prevalent at the time; the noise level in the work environment is consistent with that of a driver and warehouse/distribution center

Qualifications we prefer but don’t require

• Work Experience: Industrial wholesale distribution; local delivery driving

The Kendall Group is an equal opportunity employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Learn more about our company, benefits, and culture here.

About The Kendall Group

The Kendall Group is comprised of eight divisions with 75+ locations in ten states. Combined, we serve the Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, and Fitting products, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation Industries. The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company. Kendall offers a great opportunity for a rewarding career.

Our employee ownership model is the core of who we are. You will not only own part of the company, but you will own your future. At Kendall, you’ll have opportunities to learn and grow while being coached and mentored along the way. We’re that company where people stay! We’re proud to say that more than 60% of our associates have more than five years of tenure, and more than 40% have greater than ten years. At Kendall, you will be valued and supported, your ideas will be heard, your voice will matter, and you’ll work alongside incredible people who care about your success.