Route Driver - San Lorenzo, CA

CHEP UK Ltd.; San Lorenzo (CA); Remote; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Route Driver, where you'll be at the forefront of logistics and sustainability. This role offers the opportunity to optimize delivery routes while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. You'll work closely with customers and internal teams to drive efficiencies and enhance service levels. With a focus on personal accountability and teamwork, this position promises a dynamic work environment where your contributions truly matter. Embrace the chance to make a difference in how goods move across the globe while enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Willing to lift 65 lbs regularly and maintain a clean driving record.
• Able to execute and optimize delivery/collection routes effectively.

Responsibilities

• Operate a CHEP owned box truck in compliance with DOT Regulations.
• Execute deliveries and collections of pallets efficiently.

Skills

Strong communication skills

On-the-fly Problem Solving

Route Optimization

Analytical skills

Customer Relationship Building

Tools

Basic Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook)

Routing Management Apps/Software

Job description

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Route Driver - San Lorenzo, CA

Apply remote type Fully Remote locations USA - CA - Field Based time type Full time posted on Posted 10 Days Ago job requisition id JR20252

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact.

What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model .

Job Description

Position Purpose

The CHEP Route Driver, Pallet Collection will be responsible for executing multiple less-than-truckload deliveries and collections daily. They will be responsible for route and volume optimization through the development of customer and internal support partnerships. They will be actively involved in the development and implementation of key growth components of the CHEP LVR (Low Volume Recovery) Program. This will include partnering with multiple internal functions, building, and executing project plans as well as leading teammates through training of new processes.

Daily Reporting Location:

2500 Grant Ave, San Lorenzo, CA 94580

Scope

• Number of Countries: 1
• Number of Locations: 100+ Customer Locations

Major/Key Accountabilities

• Operate a CHEP owned box truck (or similar equipment) in compliance with all DOT (Department of Transportation) Regulations and CHEP Safety requirements
• Execute deliveries and collection of empty pallets (and possibly other assets) at locations provided by CHEP as efficiently as possible
• Work with local customers on program compliance to drive efficiencies and increase collection volumes
• Document all delivery and collection data (times, mileages, volumes, customer comments, etc.) and communicate to CHEP LVR support personnel
• Visit potential collection locations to explain the CHEP LVR Program, gather data/information with the goal being adding locations to the Program’s customer base
• Develop, communicate, and implement improved processes focusing on key performance areas within the LVR operations
• Partner with internal resources to build and execute project plans
• Serve as a resource and trainer for LVR Representatives on key performance areas

Measures

• DOT & Safety Compliance
• On Time Performance/Customer Service Levels
• Operational Cost Optimization
• Total Pallets Delivered/Collected
• Customer/Location Growth
• LVR Program Cost Performance

Authority/ Decision Making

• Customer Issue Resolution
• Delivery/Collection Prioritization
• Working Autonomously
• Working within a Matrix Environment

Key contacts

Internal:

• Asset Recovery Reps
• LVR Coordinators
• Customer Service Field Reps
• Service Center/Operations Supervisors, Clerks and Managers

External:

• Key Retail & Manufacturing Customers (Local level)
• NPDs (Local level)
• Potential Customers (Local Level)

Qualifications

• Willing to lift 65 lbs. on a regular basis
• Must have a clean driving record
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOT medical card with no restrictions
• Able to execute and optimize provided delivery/collection routes
• Strong communication skills
• On-the-fly Problem Solving
• Comfortable working autonomously
• Able to develop relationships with new customers
• Strong Analytical skills
• Able to lead peers

Experience

• Multi-stop driving
• DOT & Safety Compliance Ownership
• Route Optimization/Management
• Local Customer Relationship Building
• Front line operations leadership
• New Customer Development (Desired)

Skills and Knowledge

• DOT Regulations
• Basic Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook)
• Routing Management Apps/Software (Desired)
• Customer Service Programs

Languages

Essential:

• English

Desirable:

• Spanish

Field Based - Reporting to 2500 Grant Ave, San Lorenzo, CA 94580

Remote Type

Fully Remote

Skills to succeed in the role

Active Learning, Adaptability, Asset Recovery, Cross-Functional Work, Curiosity, Digital Literacy, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Initiative, Problem Solving

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

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About Us

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact.

What does that mean for you? You’ll be at the frontline of CHEP in a busy, demanding job. Our supply chain team isn’t part of our business. It’s the heart of our business. And you can be the power behind it. We connect 300,000 supply chains for some of the world’s biggest and best-loved brands.

You’ll learn new ways of working, with automation and new technology that’ll help you get the job done – and work smarter. Your safety is our number one priority. The team will welcome and respect you for who you are. In return, we want you to be hands-on, roll up your sleeves and get stuck in, take responsibility and personal accountability.