Delivery Driver - Class C License

SouthernCarlson, Inc.; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking national distributor as a delivery driver, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring timely and safe delivery of construction supplies. This position offers a daytime shift with great hours, fostering a collaborative and family-oriented culture. You'll have the opportunity for career growth while enjoying a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision coverage, along with a 401k program. If you're passionate about providing excellent service and being part of a supportive team, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Collaborative Culture

Opportunities for Career Growth

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a delivery or driving role.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine vehicle inspections and ensure road safety.
• Safely transport merchandise to customers in a timely manner.
• Assist warehouse team with deliveries and order pulling.

Skills

Driving Skills

Customer Service

Safety Awareness

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

The vision of SouthernCarlson is to develop strong business relationships so we understand our customers' individual needs and provide the best possible service to improve our and their profitability.

SouthernCarlson, a national distributor of construction, fastening, industrial and construction supplies, is seeking a delivery driver to join our team of successful team of associates.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Perform routine inspection of vehicle and merchandise to ensure road safety.
• Operating a 24-26 ft flat bed truck delivering construction products to customers.
• Plan route to and from customers businesses and adjust for traffic and/or construction.
• Warehouse activities to handle deliveries and support the warehouse team. This included pulling orders for the next day.
• Safely transport merchandise to customers in a timely, safe, and courteous manner.
• Load truck with daily merchandise to be delivered as well as unload merchandise for customer.
• Prepare and maintain records in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with management, co-workers and/or customers to resolve any delivery issues.
• Assist the warehouse team in between deliveries.
• Assist with tools repairs as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• One or more years of experience in a similar role
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record
• Maintain DOT certification
• Experience in the construction or industrial supply industry is helpful
• Quick learner and able to retain knowledge
• Ability to lift 50 pounds of customer product regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally
• Forklift experience preferred but not required
• Diligent attention to safety and detail
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• High School Diploma or equivalent

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT HERE

• Daytime shift with great hours!
• Our collaborative family culture
• Opportunities for career growth
• Competitive benefits package, including: Health, Dental and Vision
• Opportunity to enroll in our 401k program with Company Match
• Paid time off
• Respect - We build relationships on trust, collaboration and kindness while taking the time to learn, grow and celebrate wins together.
• Integrity - We go above and beyond to help customers and employees and do what we can to help resolve issues.
• Teamwork – We support and encourage each other while working together to ensure each customer has a top-notch experience.
• Family Environment – We are a nationwide company with small business locations that provides a family-like environment.

SouthernCarlson, Inc. is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.