TRUCK DRIVER - LOCAL DELIVERY

Daikin Comfort; Ferndale (WA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Daikin Comfort is seeking a Local Driver to safely operate company trucks for timely product delivery to customers and locations. The role involves loading/unloading, transferring products, and assisting branch/warehouse operations.

You will use forklifts, MS Office tools, and Mincron in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining excellent customer service and compliance with DOT standards. A valid license and 1+ year of driving experience are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license in the state of employment.
• DOT screening annually and background checks.
• 1+ year of verifiable commercial driving experience in past 3 years.
• DMV record not over 2 moving violations/accidents in past 3 years.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate company trucks for safe, timely product delivery.
• Load, unload, and transfer products using equipment and forklifts at branch/sites.
• Assist warehouse operations and front counter duties as needed.
• Maintain safe driving practices and comply with DOT regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Time management

Safe driving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office Outlook & Excel

Mincron

Scanner

Job description

The Local Driver is responsible for the safe operation of company trucks for timely delivery of products to customer and company locations. The driver will safely load, unload and transfer products as needed utilizing various equipment and forklifts within the branch location, trucks/trailers and sites. The Driver will assist the branch/warehouse operations as needed with warehouse duties and front counter duties.They must possess high quality customer service skills as well.

Nature & Scope

• Works within well-defined instructions
• Uses established procedures and works under supervision to perform assigned tasks
• Work is closely supervised

Knowledge & Skills

• Minimum 21 years old
• Possesses a valid driver’s license in the state of employment
• Has a working knowledge of commercial truck mechanics
• Has a working knowledge of current Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations
• Has a minimum of 1 year of verifiable commercial driving experience within the past 3 years
• Placement as driver is contingent upon successful completion of DOT road test, pre-employment drug & alcohol testing, and background check
• DMV record cannot reflect an excess of 2 moving violations and/or preventable accidents within the past 3 years
• Valid driving license with excellent driving record
• Must pass DOT standards
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to proficiently use MS Office including Outlook & Excel, Mincron and a scanner
• Able to multi-task well with the ability to assist in warehouse or front counter or a branch as needed
• Be timely to work and conscientious of his/her time
• Ability to operate a forklift

Experience

• 3+ yrs. driving a commercial vehicle
• Current Valid Driver License

Education/Certification

• High school diploma or GED
• DOT screening annually

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations. The ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 lbs or lift lighter items repetitively or perform 2 man lifts for heavier items. The ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time.

Reports To

• Branch Manager, Warehouse Manager/Coordinator, or HUB Manager

Pay: $19.00 to 24.00 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.