Driver - Local Delivery - Goodman Manufacturing : Job Details

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.Position Responsibilities may include;Load, unload and deliver product to customer sites within designated time frames safely using the most efficient routes as possibleMaintain 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 customerPerform pre-check and post-check operations of Company vehicles and forklifts per required proceduresPerform warehouse duties and ensure accurate product and quantity of product is being loaded / transferred for customersFollow good housekeeping and safety practicesHeavy lifting requiredAct as the warehouse and/or front counter back up as neededPerform additional duties as neededNature & Scope:Works within well-defined instructionsUses established procedures and works under supervision to perform assigned tasksWork is closely supervisedKnowledge & Skills:Minimum 21 years oldPossesses a valid driver's license in the state of employmentHas a working knowledge of commercial truck mechanicsHas a working knowledge of current Department of Transportation (DOT) regulationsHas a minimum of 1 year of verifiable commercial driving experience within the past 3 yearsPlacement as driver is contingent upon successful completion of DOT road test, pre-employment drug & alcohol testing, and background checkDMV record cannot reflect an excess of 2 moving violations and/or preventable accidents within the past 3 yearsValid driving license with excellent driving recordMust pass DOT standardsExcellent customer service skillsAbility to proficiently use MS Office including Outlook & Excel, Mincron and a scannerAble to multi-task well with the ability to assist in warehouse or front counter or a branch as neededBe timely to work and conscientious of his/her timeAbility to operate a forkliftCompetency:Experience:3+ yrs. driving a commercial vehicleCurrent Valid Driver LicenseEducation/Certification:High school diploma or GEDDOT screening annuallyPeople Management: NoPhysical Requirements / Work Environment:Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations. 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 ManagerThe 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.