DRIVER-Birmingham Alabama

Responsibilities:

• Must be able to report to work on time at 5:00AM and work until route completion, there is no definite quitting time and must be able to work overtime when needed (while complying with FMCSA hours of service regulations).


• Complete deliveries to pre-assigned customers on a daily basis. Routes are subject to change


• Conduct pre/post trip inspections and properly log any defects


• Apply proper safety techniques while climbing in/out of box truck and loading/unloading cases of product (with and/or without ramp) from the back of the delivery truck.


• Down stack load throughout the day utilizing load bar and secure vehicle at all times


• Drivers are expected to observe all federal and state traffic laws and drive with caution to avoid causing breakage and shifting merchandise.


• Verify accurate product is delivered to the appropriate recipient


• Verify accurate funds are received at the time of delivery (drivers will not accept cash)


• Must provide outstanding customer service and maintain professional business relationship with customers


• Assist other drivers with routes when required.


• Will apply basic mathematical skills to calculate changes to invoices


• Communicate with dispatch and supervisors to provide delivery status information and if any issues arise


• Position will require heavy lifting, carrying cases of product alone and with aid of a hand truck


• Position will require sitting, standing, driving, walking, carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and reaching.


• Drivers will be required to deliver in all weather conditions unless deemed unsafe by company management.


• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.


• Other job related duties assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years of age


• Must have 1-year prior driving experience with a box truck or larger type vehicle.


• Must have and be able to maintain valid DOT Medical Certification


• Must have and be able to maintain valid Driver’s License


• Must be able to read,write and use basic math skills to interpret and calculate changes to invoices.


• Drug Free Workplace


• Must be able to pass background check (i.e. police backgrounds, reference checks…)


• Must have acceptable Motor Vehicle Record:


• Cannot have more than 2 moving violations/accidents or super speeder  in last 3 years.


• Cannot have DUI, reckless driving or hit-and-run in last 5 years.


• Drug Free Workplace


• EOE

Benefits Include:
• Group Health and Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays (7 per year)
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability
• Company Paid Long-Term Disability
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• AFLAC Supplemental Insurance
• Direct Deposit
• Non-smoking work environment
• Drug-Free Workplace
• Equal Opportunity Employer
*benefits subject to eligibility requirements.