Delivery Person - 1 Ton

Holt Of California, Inc.; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Holt Of California, Inc. in Modesto, CA, is seeking a delivery driver for diesel powered one-ton trucks to transport rental equipment with proper securement, logs, and safety checks.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and 1–2 years hauling light equipment with a 1-ton truck and 10,000 lb trailer, plus a valid license and clean DMV record. This role requires safe driving, timely deliveries, and accurate paperwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus 1–2 years hauling light equipment with a 1-ton truck and 10,000 lb trailer.
• Valid driver license with a clean DMV driving record.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, complete daily paperwork, and follow safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Drive diesel-powered one-ton truck to transport and deliver rental equipment with proper securement.
• Receive daily schedule from dispatcher; complete delivery logs, delivery sheet, and safety inspections.
• Load/unload; use correct tie-down techniques; perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Deliver equipment within established time frames; report malfunctions or safety issues promptly.
• Obtain customer signatures on delivery; note any damage on rental agreements as applicable.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Paperwork

Customer communication

Safety awareness

Mathematical skills

Follow instructions

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Holt of California is proud to be part of the elite group of Caterpillar dealers worldwide. We sell and service a wide-variety of equipment Including Large and Small Construction Tractors, Forklifts, and Prime/Stand-by-Power Generation.

THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN MODESTO, CA.

POSITION SUMMARY

Drive diesel powered one-ton truck to transport and deliver rental equipment with proper securement of equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate vehicle in accordance to state law.
• Responsible to receive daily schedule from dispatcher the night before.
• Complete delivery logs, delivery sheet and safety inspections daily.
• Responsible for loading and unloading plus using the correct tie down techniques.
• Must complete pre trip and post trip inspection on truck per B.I.T. guidelines.
• Equipment must be delivered within established time frames.
• Must handle minor maintenance issues and fueling of trucks.
• Responsible to have customers sign rental agreements on delivery. Damage to equipment must be pointed out to customer either upon delivery or return and noted on rental agreement.
• Verifies that equipment is in good mechanical and safe operating condition upon being taken out or being returned.
• Driver should report any equipment malfunctions, damage, or safety issues to dispatcher or shop foreperson within 24 hours.
• Accidents must be reported immediately to dispatcher. Accident reports are required for each incident and should be turned in to Store Manager.
• Checks equipment in or out as needed.
• Responsible for red tagging equipment that is in need of repair.
• Other duties may be assigned.

SKILLS

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Ability to write and complete daily paperwork.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to fulfill the essential functions in a consistent state of alertness and safe manner.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful driving situations.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High school or GED; and one to two years' experience hauling light equipment driving a one-ton truck with 10,000 lb. trailer.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must have a valid driver license and a clean DMV driving report.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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 disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle and feel objects, tools, and controls and to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is also regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee frequently works in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud.

COMPENSATION

Wage Range $20.00 to $22.00 Hourly

Wage depends on knowledge, skills and ability to perform the responsibilities of the job.

Holt is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/DV. Holt provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, all applicable veteran status or disabled veteran status.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

1-3 years:

Relevant work experience and/or training and education.