Delivery Driver & Installation Specialist

J & E FARMS, INC.; Preston (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Preston Trading Post is seeking dependable Delivery Drivers to join our logistics team. You will deliver high-end solid wood furniture and premium hearth appliances to customers’ homes in Connecticut and Rhode Island, operating a non-CDL straight box truck with a hydraulic tailgate.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, on-site payments, assembling basic furniture, and ensuring safe handling while protecting customers’ property.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 75–100+ lbs individually; up to 400+ lbs with team lifts.
• No CDL required; able to handle on-site payments.
• Experience with straight box trucks and furniture delivery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a straight box truck on CT/RI routes.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Load, transport, and unload high-value furniture and hearth appliances.
• Handle on-site payments and complete required delivery paperwork.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Strong Physical Stamina

Customer Service

Safety & Inspection

Heavy Lifting

Vehicle Operation

On-site Transactions

Non-CDL Driving

Tools

Hydraulic Tailgate

Stair-Climbing Hand Trucks

Furniture Dollies

Moving Straps

Job description

Delivery Driver & Installation Specialist (Hearth & Furniture)

Company: Preston Trading Post (J & E Farms, Inc.)

Location: Preston, CT (Serving Eastern Connecticut & Rhode Island)

Job Type: Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available

Schedule: Day shifts; weekend availability as required by delivery scheduling

Compensation: Competitive hourly wage (commensurate with experience)

Status: Immediate Opening

Position Overview

Preston Trading Post is seeking dependable, physically capable, and customer-focused Delivery Drivers to join our logistics team. In this role, you represent our company directly in our customers' homes, delivering high-end solid wood furniture and premium hearth appliances (wood, pellet, and gas stoves).

You will operate a straight box truck equipped with a hydraulic power tailgate and utilize motorized/specialized stair-climbing hand trucks and rigging gear. This role requires substantial physical stamina, meticulous care to protect merchandise and residential property, and professional handling of on-site customer payments. No Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is required.

Key Responsibilities

1. Vehicle Operation & Transit

• Safely operate a straight box truck (automatic/manual transmission, non-CDL) along residential and commercial routes throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island.
• Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle safety inspections (fluid levels, tire pressure, lights, hydraulic tailgate operation, tie-down systems).
• Navigate rural roads, residential driveways, and suburban neighborhoods safely under varying New England weather conditions.
• Maintain a clean truck cab and cargo box; report mechanical or safety concerns immediately.

2. White‑Glove In‑Home Delivery & Handling

• Load, secure, transport, and unload heavy, high‑value goods, including cast iron and steel stoves, solid hardwood dining sets, bedroom sets, and upholstered living room furniture.
• Master the safe operation of hydraulic tailgates, specialized stair-climbing hand trucks, furniture dollies, shoulder dollies, and heavy‑duty moving blankets/straps.
• Navigate obstacles including tight staircases, tight entryways, finished hardwood flooring, and multi‑level home layouts without causing damage to products or homeowner property.
• Assemble dining tables, beds, and standard furniture components on-site, positioning stoves in exact client hearth locations ready for installation technicians.
• Remove all packaging, strapping, and protective wrap from the home upon job completion.

3. Customer Service & On‑Site Transactions

• Greet homeowners with courtesy, punctuality, and professional etiquette.
• Inspect merchandise with the customer to verify condition and complete required delivery paperwork/sign‑offs.
• Accurately calculate, collect, and secure outstanding balances on site (checks, cash, or processing mobile credit card payments via company terminal/tablet).
• Communicate schedule updates or site issues with store dispatch and showroom management promptly.

4. Warehouse & Inventory Support

• Assist in receiving freight shipments, staging outgoing deliveries, uncrating units, and inspecting incoming pieces for manufacturer defects or transit damage.
• Support showroom floor moves and general warehouse organization during non-delivery windows.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Driver's License: Valid Driver’s License with a clean, verifiable driving record. (Must meet insurance underwriting standards; No CDL required).
• Physical Capability:
  • Ability to consistently lift, push, pull, and maneuver 75–100+ lbs individually, and up to 400+ lbs using team‑lift techniques and mechanical assists (motorized stair-climbers, hydraulic lifts).
  • Full physical mobility: continuous bending, kneeling, stooping, ascending/descending stairs, and standing throughout an 8- to 10-hour shift.
• Professional Reliability: Honest, drug‑free, dependable, and capable of being bonded/authorized to collect on‑site funds.
• Customer Interaction Skills: Strong interpersonal communication, basic arithmetic skills for invoice reconciliations, and a tidy personal appearance.
• Experience: Prior experience with straight box trucks (16'–26'), furniture delivery, appliance moving, or freight logistics is strongly preferred, but mechanical aptitude and strong physical conditioning will be considered.

Immediate Onboarding & Verification Checklist

1. DMV Records Review: Obtain and verify official State Motor Vehicle Driving Record (MVR).
2. Equipment Certification: Complete hands‑on training for hydraulic lift gate limits and battery‑powered stair‑climbing hand truck controls.
3. Route & Safety Orientation: Review regional bridge clearances, DOT weight station regulations for box trucks, and winter chain/traction protocols for New England routes.
4. Transaction Protocol: Train on POS mobile payment processing, check verification, and bill‑of‑lading completion.