Delivery Driver I

Lowe's Companies, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 24,797,000 - 35,818,000; Full time

Job summary

Lowe's Companies, Inc. seeks a delivery associate in Tampa to complete scheduled customer deliveries from a Lowe's service area. You will load and secure merchandise, use handheld devices for routes and signatures, and perform pre/post-trip inspections to maintain safety and service standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid in-state driver's license, and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs with team lift for heavier items. Flexibility for overtime is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent experience.
• Experience operating box trucks or similar vehicles with GVW 14,500–26,000 lbs.
• Meet all DOT requirements and maintain medical certification.
• Able to lift/carry/push/pull merchandise up to 40 lbs, team lift for heavier items.
• Strong commitment to safety, customer service, and operational excellence.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including overtime when needed.
• Valid Driver License in-state.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a company delivery vehicle to complete scheduled customer deliveries within assigned service areas.
• Load, secure, transport, and unload merchandise while following safety procedures and DOT requirements.
• Deliver outstanding customer service, handling routine questions and escalating issues as needed.
• Use handheld tech to manage routes, capture customer signatures, and document delivery completion.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report maintenance concerns.
• Verify order accuracy and ensure merchandise arrives in excellent condition.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, vehicle safety standards, and transportation regulations.
• Support warehouse operations: pulling, stocking, staging, and inventory tasks.
• Collaborate with sales, operations, and customer service to ensure a seamless experience.
• Communicate proactively about delays, route changes, or customer concerns.

Skills

Safe driving

Customer service

Team collaboration

Flexible schedule

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Handheld delivery device

Delivery management system

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate a company delivery vehicle to complete scheduled customer deliveries within assigned service areas.
• Load, secure, transport, and unload merchandise while following all safety procedures and DOT requirements.
• Deliver outstanding customer service during every interaction, resolving routine delivery questions and escalating issues when necessary.
• Utilize handheld technology to manage delivery routes, obtain customer signatures, and document delivery completion.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and promptly report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Verify order accuracy and ensure merchandise is delivered in excellent condition.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, vehicle safety standards, and applicable transportation regulations.
• Support warehouse operations as needed, including pulling, stocking, staging, and inventory-related activities.
• Collaborate with sales, operations, and customer service teams to ensure a seamless customer experience.
• Communicate proactively regarding delivery delays, route changes, or customer concerns.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED General studies or technical school graduate or equivalent years of experience in lieu of education requirement, if applicable
• Experience operating box trucks or similar commercial vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) between 14,500 and 26,000 pounds.
• Ability to meet all applicable DOT requirements and maintain required medical certification.
• Ability to safely lift, carry, push, and pull merchandise weighing up to 40 pounds, with team - lift support available for heavier items.
• Strong commitment to safety, customer service, and operational excellence.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including overtime when business needs require.
• DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous route delivery, final- mile delivery, or customer facing delivery experience.
• Experience operating forklifts, order pickers, pallet jacks, or other material handling equipment.
• Retail logistics, or warehouse experience.
• Experience using handheld mobile technology and delivery management systems.

About Lowe’s

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE 100 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week, with total fiscal year 2025 sales of more than$86 billion. Lowe’s employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,700 home improvement stores, 530 branches and 130 distribution centers. Based inMooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com.

Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.