Onsite DOT Delivery Driver

Onsite DOT Delivery Driver Position Profile

Responsible for quality delivery, pick-up, and relocation of customer packages and mail in a safe manner and according to customer requirements. Position requires federal DOT compliance. Meet all Delivery Safety Standards.
Job Duties and Responsibilities

- Ensures proper receiving, sorting, and PO processing.

- Ensures packages and mail are properly loaded and secured in the boxed van/truck.

- Ensures proper pick up of mail and packages from customer pick-up stops/areas.

- Ensures that mail and packages are delivered to the correct delivery points.

- Maintains log books in accordance with DOT regulations (electronic or manual).

- Responsible for pre- and post-trip reviews and ensures that his/her van/truck is safe and clean to operate and is compliant with all DOT and state laws.

- Participation in Safety Programs.

- Pre-calling customers when applicable.

- Strong customer service skills.

- Identifies customer needs and determines appropriate action; refers calls to the appropriate party.

- Maintains professional dress appearance as per site dress code.

- Ensures all paperwork is signed and properly processed.

- Loading/off-loading trucks may apply.

- Follows all accident/incident reporting guidelines and procedures.

- Meets appropriate productivity/quality standards relative to assigned job responsibilities as outlined by the manager.

- Operation and use of warehouse equipment, including forklift, stair climber, and pallet jack, is required.

- Meets appropriate productivity/quality standards relative to assigned job responsibilities as outlined by the manager.

- Position requires the operator to lift up to 50 pounds.

- Assists with proper backup training for new delivery drivers on current routes.

- Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications (Education, Experience and Certifications) Required:

- Safe driving record and history.

- Eligibility to drive a commercial vehicle according to FMCSR regulations.

- Must maintain a valid driver's license in accordance with company policy.

- Pass a road test.

- Valid and current medical card is required.

- Be at least 20 years of age and properly licensed in his or her current state of residence.

- High school diploma or equivalent education is required.

- Valid commercial driver's license is required if applicable per state requirements.

- Ability to read maps and use electronic GPS.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

- Must be able to physically handle oversized and overweight packages.

- Identification of at-risk behaviors and the ability to make quick corrections.

- Strong customer presentation and communication skills.

- Familiarity with utilizing and learning smartphones and/or tablets with handheld electronic technology.

- Must have adequate reading and math skills and the ability to write legibly.

- May be required to be certified in the operation and use of warehouse equipment, including forklifts, stair climbers, etc.

Working Conditions, Mental and Physical Demands

- Working conditions could result in serious injuries if appropriate lifting or moving procedures and/or the rules of the road are not followed.

- Frequent stooping, bending, squatting, and kneeling are required to service equipment at floor level.

- Physical effort is required in lifting mail/packages weighing up to 50 pounds.

- Work assignments are diversified. Interpret, comprehend, and apply complex material, data, and instructions; prepare, provide, and convey diversified information.

- Typically works in a variety of conditions, including office, warehouse, and van/truck environments with adequate lighting and ventilation, and a normal range of temperature and noise levels.

- Ability to work independently.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with a job.