Local Delivery Truck Driver (CDL A/B) (TX)

Edward Don & Company; The Colony (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Edward Don & Company is seeking a delivery driver to transport merchandise to customers across the assigned route in The Colony, TX. The role requires operating a commercial vehicle, maintaining DOT certification, and ensuring on-time deliveries with accurate paperwork.

Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED, 1+ year of CDL driving experience, and strong communication skills. The position involves manual lifting and frequent stops, with a daily rhythm from early morning start to

Qualifications

• High School or GED or equivalent required.
• 1+ year of safe commercial driving experience (class A or B CDL) required.
• Must maintain DOT Medical Certification and comply with all DOT regulations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver merchandise according to pre-determined route.
• Unload correct merchandise and check order for accuracy.
• Complete all reports and paperwork at the end of day.
• Communicate system or documentation problems to management.
• Handle returns per return authorization.
• Comply with DOT safety and documentation regulations.
• Perform safety and housekeeping duties per OSHA standards.
• Communicate effectively with customers and staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Vehicle operation

Time management

Customer relations

Communication skills

Numeracy

Inter-department communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Adaptability

Trust building

Follow-up communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School or GED or equivalent

Job description

$24.63 /hour

Mon-Fri start between 5:45-6:30am - end between 2:15-3:00pm

Summary

Responsible for the delivery of merchandise to customers within the expected time parameters.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

High School or equivalent and 1+ year of safe commercial driving experience (class A or B CDL). Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to problem solve and prioritize work. Excellent communication skills. Must be able to maintain a current DOT Medical Certification and comply with all DOT regulations as required. Ability to bend, stoop, climb, twist, stand, and lift between 60-100 lbs while loading and unloading delivery truck at each stop (15-30 stops per day). Ability to sit and drive for extended periods of time.

Essential Duties

• Deliver merchandise according to pre-determined route.
• Unload correct merchandise and check order, noting any corrections.
• Complete all assigned reports and paperwork at the end of day.
• Communicate with Manager any system or documentation problems identified throughout the day.
• Pick-up returned merchandise per return authorization.
• Comply with all DOT safety and documentation regulations.
• Perform safety and housekeeping duties as they pertain to Edward Don & Company and OSHA standards.
• Effectively communicates to customers and all levels of staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Degrees/Certificates Minimum Required:
• High School or GED or equivalent

Experience

• One-year route delivery experience or applicable background driving a straight truck
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License – Class B (Class A preferred)
• Must be able to read and understand English.

Skills

• Operate vehicle in a variety of traffic and weather conditions.
• Meet or exceed minimum productivity levels established by the Company.
• Meet or exceed established cases per error goals
• Demonstrate strong customer relations and problem resolution skills.
• Effectively plan and organize work activities independent of direct supervision.
• Develop a good working knowledge of product and inventory control techniques and procedures.
• Maintain ongoing inter-department communications related to routing, safety, and customer relations.
• Proven ability to communicate articulately and perform simple arithmetic (Experience in handling money preferred)
• Building Customer Loyalty
• Managing Work
• Adaptability
• Building Trust
• Follow-upCommunication

Other Information

• Frequent lifting of product up to 50 lbs. during the shift, infrequent lifting to 80 lbs.
• Must be able to climb on and off the box of the truck
• Frequent bending, squatting, pushing, and pulling
• Must be able to work in confined spaces