Straight Truck Driver

Beltmann Relocation Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation & holidays

Medical, dental & vision

Job summary

Ward North American in Houston seeks a Straight Truck Driver to provide excellent customer service while safely preparing and transporting customers’ belongings. Pay ranges from $20 to $24 per hour, with entry Bobtail drivers starting at $20.00 hourly; a valid license and clean driving record are required.

Responsibilities include loading, unloading, packing, wrapping items, and ensuring safety on the job. This is a full-time role with potential travel and adherence to company values.

Qualifications

• Must be in good health and physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods and navigate stairs and ramps safely.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication.
• Reliable transportation to and from work and punctual attendance.
• Must pass a background check and drug screen.
• Willingness to travel out of town if required.
• Demonstrated teamwork and professional appearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and model company core values.
• Greet customers and conduct a walkthrough of the premises.
• Handle and transport customers’ belongings with care to avoid damage.
• Provide superior customer experience and put customers at ease.
• Pack, load, and deliver household goods efficiently and safely.
• Disassemble and reassemble basic furniture items as needed.
• Pad and wrap items securely for transport and protect surfaces.

Skills

Physically fit

English communication

Valid driver’s license

Team player

Weekend availability

Safe driving

Discipline & reliability

Customer service

ELD/logs maintenance

Background check clearance

Education

Valid driver’s license with clean driving record

Job description

Ward North American
8820 Clay Rd
Ste 100
Houston, TX 77080, USA

Description

A Straight Truck Driver will provide exceptional customer service as you safely prepare and ensure that our customers’ valuables are ready for transportation and delivery.

Pay is between $20-$24 per hour. If no experience all Bobtail drivers start at $20.00 an hour.

Reporting

General Manager or Operations Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead team by relevant examples, showing them what the core values of the company are all about
• Greet customers upon arrival at the specified location and complete a walk-through of the premises
• Take utmost care to ensure we handle customers' belongings so that items are not damaged or broken
• Provide superior customer experience and put customer at ease
• Complete efficient packing, loading and delivery of all household goods in customers' homes
• Disassemble and assemble basic furniture items such as tables, chairs, bookcases, desks, beds, etc.
• Ensure to protectively pad and wrap customers' belongings for safe transport
• Carry or dolly items to and from trucks for loading and unloading
• Prevent careless and costly mistakes, including damage, injury, unhappy customers, lost equipment, etc.
• Make sure all daily truck inspections are performed and report larger service needs and mechanical issues to supervisor
• Clean vehicles thoroughly after every use
• Report to work on time
• Be a team member, cooperate, and get along with other employees
• Look, act and be professional – starting with the uniform (shirt tucked in, hat straight, pants at the waist and continuing with your attitude.)
• Check-in regularly throughout the day with direct supervisor for additional assignments and troubleshooting guidance

Required Skills & Abilities

• Must be in good health and physical condition sufficient to lift and carry 50 lbs, stand long periods of time, and use loading ramps and stairs while carrying heavy objects
• Able to perform with repeated climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, walking, etc.
• Safely operate at all times
• Communicate professionally in English, both verbally and in writing
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug test
• Must be able to go out of town if necessary
• Being a part of a team with great attitude and work ethic
• Flexibility with scheduling
• Be able to work on weekends
• Ability to maintain basic logs and records (ELD)
• Ability to carry out a series of instructions without constant supervision
• Hands‑on training
• Full time employees – paid vacation, holiday and sick pay
• Full time employees – eligible for medical, dental and vision

Education & Experience

• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.