Local Route Driver ~ Crystal Lake, IL

Auto-Wares; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Employee Discounts (cell plans, hotel)

Tuition Reimbursement

Store Training Paths

Job summary

Auto-Wares is seeking a dependable Local Route Driver to ensure timely delivery of automotive parts between stores and warehouses. The role starts and ends at the Crystal Lake store, with a company vehicle and gas card provided.

You will load and secure parts, perform vehicle inspections, and support warehouse tasks while representing Auto-Wares with professionalism during internal interactions. Must be 21+, valid license, and able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Requires a valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Experience driving and delivering automotive parts preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and operate delivery vehicles safely.

Responsibilities

• Load, secure, and deliver parts between store locations and warehouses.
• Support warehouse tasks and inventory transfers.
• Conduct vehicle inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Handle returns and process inventory transfers per procedures.
• Represent Auto-Wares professionally in all interactions.
• Assist with other warehouse or delivery tasks as needed.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Clean Driving Record

2+ Years Driving

Loading & Unloading

Inventory/Returns Handling

Attention to Detail

Job description

We are seeking a dependable, high-energy, and detail-oriented Local Route Driver to support operations across multiple company locations. This role is critical in ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of automotive parts between facilities, maintaining smooth logistics, and supporting warehouse operations. This position will start & end at the store location, Bumper to Bumper Crystal Lake IL. We will provide a company vehicle and a gas card for that vehicle.Key ResponsibilitiesReliable and self sufficientLoad, secure, and deliver parts between company stores, distribution centers, or warehousesSupport warehouse tasks.Conduct vehicle inspections; report maintenance concerns promptlyHandle returns and inventory transfers according to company proceduresRepresent Auto-Wares with professionalism during all internal interactionsAssist with other tasks as directed by warehouse or delivery managersSchedule:Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm This position is full time.The Perks:Competitive Pay: Take advantage of programs such as store training paths.Paid-Time-Off and Paid Holiday potential.Discounts: Inquire on the vast employee discount opportunities including cell phone plans, hotel room discounts, and much more!Perks for Students: Enroll in continuing education and receive tuition reimbursement, apply for potential scholarships, and take part in our established relationship with Northwood University for tuition discounts.Who We Are:Auto-Wares Group of companies is a network of company teams that stretch across Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Wisconsin, and Kentucky.Founded in 1976 with humble beginnings in Grand Rapids, MI, Auto-Wares has grown into a substantial distribution network specializing in extensive inventory, product knowledge, and full-service programs.We proudly support nearly 500+ Auto Parts Stores, 700+ AVBTB Certified Service Centers and 36,000+ Wholesale Accounts in the Midwest.We put people at the heart of everything we do, recognizing that people are the core of our business.Whether you're a customer, vendor, or employee, we like to think of you as more than business partners, you are part of our family.Qualifications & Experience:Valid driver’s license with a clean driving recordMust have had valid license for a minimum of 2 yearsNo major violationsNo more than two moving violations in the past 3 years if over 25 years of age, and in the past 5 years if under 25 years of age.No more than one at-fault accidentMust be at Least 21 Years of AgeMust be able to lift up to 50 lbs. using both armsAbility to operate delivery vehicles safelyComfortable working in hot or cold environmentsStrong attention to detail, time management, and teamworkMust pass a background check and in addition to a drug screening