Local DOT Delivery Driver: On-Time & Safe

Shepherd Electric Company; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation and personal time

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Shepherd Electric Supply is seeking a DOT Delivery Driver to transport materials on local routes in Tidewater, VA. You will load/unload, maintain safety, and support warehouse operations while representing the company with professionalism.

Requirements include a High school diploma, DOT Medical, and 3 years of driving with a clean MVR. Flexibility for second shifts and a strong safety focus are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current DOT certification and Medical Certification cards required.
• Minimum 3 years of driving experience with a clean motor vehicle record.
• Ability to drive box and flatbed trucks with manual and automatic transmissions.
• Knowledge of air brake systems.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs. using proper technique.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Flexibility for second-shift work as needed.
• Strong verbal communication skills; ability to represent Shepherd professionally at every stop.
• Familiarity with area routes preferred.
• Ability to successfully complete pre-employment screening requirements.

Responsibilities

• Transport materials on local routes using box and flatbed trucks (manual and automatic transmissions).
• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently at each stop.
• Handle materials with care to prevent damage in transit.
• Complete routes accurately and on time — no customer left wondering.
• Maintain DOT certification and vehicle documentation current.
• Operate vehicles in accordance with DOT regulations and Shepherd safety policies.
• Complete all required documentation accurately and on time.
• Fulfill warehouse duties as needed: pallet wrapping, picking, and packing customer orders.
• Support second-shift operations when required.
• Contribute to warehouse flow and team coverage without being asked.
• Represent Shepherd professionally at every customer touchpoint.
• Communicate proactively with dispatch and warehouse leadership on route status or issues.

Skills

DOT Certification

Drive Local Routes

Pre-employment Screening

Verbal Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Shepherd Electric Supply is seeking a DOT Delivery Driver to transport materials on local routes in Tidewater, VA. You will load/unload, maintain safety, and support warehouse operations while representing the company with professionalism.

Requirements include a High school diploma, DOT Medical, and 3 years of driving with a clean MVR. Flexibility for second shifts and a strong safety focus are essential.