Driver-Class B CDL Delivery

Colonial Group; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a dedicated delivery driver to transport materials to customer sites and ensure on-time, undamaged deliveries. The role covers loading, securing, unloading, and documenting each shipment, with a strong emphasis on safety and compliance.

Applicants must hold a Class B CDL, a valid license, and a DOT medical card. English reading/speaking ability is required, and driving duties will include using handheld devices for DVIR/HOS.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 21+ years old with a valid driver's license.
• Class B CDL license required.
• Pass MVR report.
• DOT medical card within five days of request.
• Less than 5 moving violations in the last 5 years.
• Ability to read and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Load or assist with loading and securing products inside the delivery vehicle.
• Deliver orders to customer sites and unload contents as needed.
• Verify order details and maintain logs of deliveries.
• Provide courteous customer service and resolve issues when they arise.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and perform routine safety checks.
• Use handheld devices to comply with DVIR and HOS (not while driving).
• Conduct pre/post-trip inspections and complete related paperwork.
• Operate forklift or other material handling equipment when required.
• Observe safety procedures to prevent injuries and participate in safety meetings.

Skills

Delivery driving

Customer service

Safety compliance

Vehicle operation

English literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Individuals holding a Medical Marijuana Card are not eligible for this position as it is considered a safety-sensitive position. This position involves tasks that, if performed under the influence of drugs or alcohol, could expose the team member or others to serious bodily injury. This includes roles requiring the operation of machinery, power tools, working at heights, or driving as a regular job function.

PURPOSE

Responsible for driving delivery vehicles and/or operating truck-trailer combinations to transport and deliver materials to customer sites. Adheres to driver safety/compliance regulations, delivers un-damaged goods on schedule, and provides professional service to customers. Drive vehicles weighing greater than 26,000 pounds and may tow vehicles or trailers less than 10,000 pounds.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• May load or assist with loading and appropriately securing product, materials, or supplies inside delivery vehicle.
• Delivers customer orders to specified delivery site. Maneuvers vehicles into loading or unloading positions and ensures that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned. Assists customers with unloading materials safely and accurately. Takes all precautions to protect the product and the customer’s property.
• Verifies order details and maintains logs of delivery duties including amounts and/or weights of items, mileage and locations of deliveries. Checks items against invoice to ensure order accuracy.
• Acts as a customer service liaison between the company and the site customer. Handles customer concerns and helps resolve issues as they arise.
• Maintains the cleanliness and appearance of delivery vehicles; performs routine safety checks to ensure vehicles comply with company guidelines.
• Required to use hand held devices, except for while driving, to ensure compliance with DVIR and HOS.
• Maintain hours of service logs and pre/post trip inspection procedures.
• May perform credit/product return pick-ups and related paperwork.
• Operate a Forklift or non-motorized material handling equipment to load and off load materials to designated areas.
• Understands and observes all safety procedures and practices in order to prevent injury to self or co-workers; attends periodic safety meetings as required; may recommend changes to improve safety procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• High School Diploma or GED, 21+ years old, valid driver's license and a class B CDL license. A minimum of 1 year of delivery driving experience. 2 years of CDL driving experience strongly preferred.
• Valid driver’s license
• Class B CDL license
• Pass MVR report
• Obtain a DOT medical card within five (5) days of a request
• Have less than 5 moving violations in the last 5 years
• Basic math & measurement skills
• Ability to read and speak the English language

COMPETENCIES

Relationship Building: Builds working relationships and seeks to resolve issues constructively.

Teamwork: Knows and supports teammates’ work and deliverables. Encourages team unity through sharing information or expertise.

Customer Focus: Listens to, anticipates and responds to customer needs.

Conflict Resolution: Manages difficult situations professionally and partners with others to achieve mutually beneficial results.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

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.

• Work is performed within a production environment, subject to temperature variations, hazardous chemicals, mechanical parts, increased noise levels and dust.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 100 pounds frequently and on occasion may be required to lift and carry, with assistance, up to 200 pounds.
• May be required to perform specific tasks that involve climbing, lifting, pushing or kneeling.
• Must be able to physically operate delivery vehicles (climb up and down into cab, twist torso for 360-degree visibility, use arms to operate controls, etc.).