Truck Driver- Local Delivery

Daikin-Goodman-Manufacturing-; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Daikin Goodman Manufacturing is seeking a dedicated delivery driver/warehouse associate. You will load, unload, and deliver products to customer sites, maintain safety logs, and ensure cargo is secured and correctly reported. Role requires forklift operation and adherence to DOT standards.

Candidates should have 3+ years driving commercial vehicles, a valid license, and willingness to pass forklift and driving tests. Equal opportunity employer; benefits and schedule details provided upon hire.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of driving a commercial vehicle.
• Current valid Driver License with clean driving record.
• 2+ years of warehouse/logistics experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and deliver products to customer sites within designated time frames.
• Maintain logs and reports per DOT and company policies.
• Safely load and secure cargo; operate forklift as needed.
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle and forklift checks.
• Notify supervisor of accidents or damage and take corrective actions.
• Provide backup at warehouse/front counter as needed.

Skills

Safe driving

DOT compliance

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift training

Job description

• Load, unload, and deliver products to customer sites within designated time frames safely using the most efficient routes possible.


• Maintain required logs and reports necessary to maintain compliance with DOT and Company policies relating to safety standards and operation of delivery vehicles, forklifts etc.


• Safely load and properly block, brace, and secure the cargo.


• Strong knowledge of driving/traffic and transportation laws, regulations and ensure continuous compliance while operating the truck(s).


• Operate forklift safely and efficiently to transfer, load, unload product – ensure accurate product and quantity of product is being loaded into customer.


• Perform pre-check and post-check operations of Company vehicles and forklifts per required procedures.


• Perform warehouse duties and ensure accurate product and quantity of product is being loaded / transferred for customers.


• Notify the manager immediately of any accidents, damage, violations, and areas of concerns to implement corrective measures and/or actions.


• Always follow good housekeeping and safety practices.


• Act as the warehouse and/or front counter back up as needed.


• Perform additional duties as needed.

Nature and Scope:

• Takes direction from lead.


• Works within well-defined instructions.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Safe driving skills: proven abilities to safely operate a flat bed or box truck.


• Must meet and pass DOT standards.


• Ability to successfully pass forklift training and delivery truck driving tests through our Prove it Pass it training within 30 working days of start date.


• Ability to safely operate a forklift as needed.


• Ability to safely load/transfer product in to designated locations in a timely manner without causing damage.


• High level of attention to detail and surroundings


• Ability to follow all policies and established practices for branch, driving and warehouse operations.


• Ability to apply good judgement, strong work ethics and integrity on the job.


• Must be compliant and results oriented.


• Be dependable, work well in a team environment, and establish positive working relationships with employees and customers.


• Effective verbal and written communication skills


• Basic Computer skills including data entry to process transactions and generate reports and orders.


• Able to multi-task well with the ability to assist in warehouse or front counter or a branch as needed.


• Must be reliable and dependable; and able to work assigned hours and days.

Experience:

• 3 plus consecutive years of driving a commercial vehicle.


• Current Valid Driver License with excellent driving record


• 2 plus years of warehouse / logistics experience is a plus.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent (for example GED)


• Previous training on operating forklifts and delivery trucks is highly preferred.

Physical Requirements / Working Environment:

• Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations. DOT screening annually.

Pay Range: $22.50 - $26.48 hourly

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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