Delivery Driver, Auburn, WA

Job Description

Qualifications, Skills and General Responsibilities:

Adhere to strict safety and quality standards on and off the road

Safely drive and perform safety inspections on Company vehicle

Follow all local and state laws, road/driving regulations, and Company policies

Interact in a positive and a professional manner with customers and public while delivering products to customers’ homes, retail, and business locations

Keep pace in physically demanding job

Follow up on customer requests or problems with solution-oriented approach, keeping customer informed of delivery progress

Ensure delivery vehicle is clean, fueled, and in good operating condition always

 May assist in training other team members

Provide rescue assistance to other drivers once the driver has completed his/her route for the shift

 

Work Environment

Drives a delivery van with a weight rating of up to 10,000 pounds to many customer residences and businesses, climbs in and out of van, and walks up and down stairs as required to deliver packages according to established procedures in all weather conditions

Flexibility is key; routes may vary and may be delayed due to traffic from on road congestion, construction, or other factors

Full-time hours consisting of 36+ hours a week (9 hours/day). There may be adjustments including, additional hours and potential schedule changes depending on time of the year and peak seasons and other factors

Typical Daily Agenda:

Arrive at Van Lot by the required time to receive your van assignment as scheduled

Attend the morning stand up meeting to discuss areas of focus and ongoing training

Receive route assignment, keys, tools, and delivery smartphone / GPS device with van

Perform a pre-trip vehicle inspection thoroughly, checking the van for damage.

Head to the station to pick up packages for the day

Deliver packages in a quick even pace throughout the shift

Be on your feet up to 8 - 10 hours per day while walking up to 4 miles

Climb in and out of a van for each delivery

Follow all delivery instructions for each stop

Help fellow team members as needed (Rescues)

Return van to the station after refueling to drop off leftover packages/tote bags

Remove all trash & debris from the van

Return Smartphone/GPS scanner device, tools, and keys

Debrief with Team

Perform post-trip inspection noting any required maintenance items