Local Route Driver ~ Grand Rapids, MI

Auto-Wares; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Store training paths

Store bonus opportunities

Paid time off

Paid holiday potential

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Auto-Wares seeks a dependable Local Route Driver to move automotive parts between company stores, distribution centers, and warehouses across Michigan. This part-time role requires punctuality, safety, and accuracy in deliveries.

You'll load and secure goods, perform basic vehicle inspections, assist warehouse tasks, and represent Auto-Wares professionally in all interactions. Schedule: Mon-Tue 8:30am-4:30pm.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Must have had valid license for a minimum of 2 years.
• No major violations in the record.

Responsibilities

• Load, secure, and deliver parts between company stores, distribution centers, or warehouses.
• Support warehouse tasks such as order packing.
• Conduct vehicle inspections; report maintenance concerns promptly.
• Handle returns and inventory transfers according to company procedures.
• Represent Auto-Wares with professionalism during all internal interactions.
• Assist with other tasks as directed by warehouse or delivery managers.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Clean driving record

Lift up to 50 lbs

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.Part time Schedule: Monday and Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pmKey ResponsibilitiesReliable and self sufficientLoad, secure, and deliver parts between company stores, distribution centers, or warehousesSupport warehouse tasks such as order packing.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 and Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pmThe Perks:Competitive Pay: Take advantage of programs such as store training paths and store bonus opportunities.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.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 AgeAbility to operate delivery vehicles safelyComfortable working in hot or cold environmentsCapable of lifting up to 50 lbs regularlyStrong attention to detail, time management, and teamworkMust pass a background check and drug screenFind our story at www.autowares.com and discover how we display our belief that Service is the Difference!