Lead Driver 2nd Shift

Staples; Berkeley (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety program

Work shoes after 30 days

PTO 112 hours

Employee discounts

Job summary

Staples is looking for a Lead Driver to train and mentor delivery drivers, oversee daily scheduling, and cover supervisory duties when needed. You will lead route execution, ensure timely deliveries, and work with a supervisor to resolve issues.

You will transport office supplies to customers, load and organize shipments, and uphold safety standards. The role emphasizes customer service, brand representation, and teamwork to strengthen Staples’ service in the community.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license with a safe driving history.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical and drug screen.
• Must obtain a 6-month DOT medical card specific to the role.
• Basic English language skills (both verbal and written).
• Full-Time associates must have the ability to work additional hours beyond scheduled shift.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor new delivery drivers and fill in for supervisors as needed.
• Manage daily route completion, scheduling and deliveries; partner with Supervisor to resolve issues.
• Transport products safely and deliver to customers on assigned routes.
• Load vehicles when volume requires and organize product for delivery.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and perform pre-trip inspections.
• Provide customer support and handle returns; be the Staples brand on wheels.

Skills

Safe driving

Decision making

Customer service

Learning software

Communication in English

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

GPS devices

POD devices

Microsoft Office

Job description

3:30pm-12:00am/Monday-Friday Current Associates are not eligible for Retention or Sign On Bonuses.

3:30pm-12:00am/Monday-Friday Current Associates are not eligible for Retention or Sign On Bonuses.

Join our Staples World Class Supply Chain Team and deliver essential products to our customers.

What you’ll be doing:

As a Lead Driver, you will train and mentor new delivery drivers and fill in for supervisors and cover drivers as needed. You will lead daily completion of work to include scheduling and assisting with deliveries, performing routing functions and partnering with the Supervisor to address and resolve any issues.

In this role, you will transport products safely and deliver office supplies on your assigned route to customers. You will manage the routes for Drivers in the building.

At times, depending on volume, you will load vehicles. You will organize and load product for delivery utilizing the manifest assuring the most efficient delivery route and schedule.

Safety is our utmost priority so, in this role, we will look to you to ensure safe work practices and embrace and foster our safety culture.

You will be a problem solver for our customers; providing customer support, accepting product returns and will be empowered to make your customers' day. You’re our brand on wheels!

In your role as a leader, you will be essential to the success of Staples Supply Chain as we deliver to our customers.

What you bring to the table:

• An ability to be a safe and courteous driver who can navigate your way around a map and all kinds of weather and road conditions.
• An ability to make sound decisions, be it driving, parking, safety related and/or customer interaction related.
• An ability to learn and utilize software applications including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office-specifically Word and Excel.
• An ability to use technology including GPS and mobile Proof of Delivery (POD) devices.
• A personal commitment to your growth and development.
• An ability to bring new ideas that add efficiency and opportunities to grow the business.
• An inclusive approach with your colleagues and customers to forge strong relationships and foster collaboration to resolve issues.
• An ability and willingness to maintain cleanliness of vehicle including performing pre-trip vehicle inspections and reporting any maintenance concerns.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have a valid drivers’ license with a driving record indicating a safe driving history acceptable to the company and at all times remain eligible to drive a commercial motor vehicle under applicable laws and regulations.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical and drug screen (No THC) to the extent legally permissible.
• Must obtain a 6-month DOT medical card specific to the role.
• Basic English language skills (both verbal and written communications).
• Full-Time associates must have the ability to work additional hours beyond scheduled shift; additional overtime hours will be required based on business needs.
• Ability to lift up to 70lbs, push and pull items weighing up to 400 lbs with the assistance of hand carts/material handling equipment, and occasionally maneuver up to 130 lbs.
• Must wear safety composite shoes.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 1-year of truck driving experience (operating a 16ft or longer straight truck) or comparable driving experience.
• High volume / small package delivery experience.

We Offer:

• Competitive Pay: $23.95-$26.20/hour Based On Experience + $1.00/hour Shift Differential
• Ability to earn additional compensation through our Safety program.
• Receive a pair of work shoes after 30 days.
• Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups.
• Staples offers both Full-Time and Part-Time benefits. Some Full-Time benefits include: 112 Hours of PTO and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays + 1 floating holiday), Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more!

The physical demands described 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.

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