Professional Local DOT Delivery Driver

Shepherd Electric Supply; Tidewater (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Medical, dental, and life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation and personal time

Stable, long-tenured company

Job summary

Shepherd Electric Supply is seeking a dependable DOT delivery driver to join our Tidewater-area team. You will transport materials to local contractor sites, load/unload trucks, and maintain DOT certifications while upholding safety standards and on-time performance.

You will collaborate with dispatch and warehouse staff to keep routes moving smoothly, communicate issues early, and represent Shepherd with professionalism at every customer touchpoint.

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 a valid DOT certification and current Medical Certification cards at all times
• Operate all vehicles in accordance with DOT regulations and Shepherd safety policies
• Follow proper lifting techniques and physical handling standards
• 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
• Flag problems early — do not let a small issue become a missed delivery
• Treat every interaction with customers and teammates with respect and care

Skills

DOT Regulations

Verbal Communication

Safety Consciousness

Driving Experience

Area Route Knowledge

Lifting up to 80 lbs

Forklift Certification

Second-Shift Availability

Pre-employment Screening

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Shepherd Electric Supply is seeking a dependable DOT delivery driver to join our Tidewater-area team. You will transport materials to local contractor sites, load/unload trucks, and maintain DOT certifications while upholding safety standards and on-time performance.

You will collaborate with dispatch and warehouse staff to keep routes moving smoothly, communicate issues early, and represent Shepherd with professionalism at every customer touchpoint.