Responsibilities: - Safely operate a box truck to transport goods and materials to and from designated locations within the local area
- Load and unload cargo, ensuring that it is secured properly to prevent damage during transit
- Follow delivery schedules and routes to ensure timely delivery of goods to customers
- Inspect vehicles for mechanical issues and perform basic maintenance as needed
- Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations, as well as company policies and procedures
- Maintain accurate records of deliveries, including delivery times, mileage, and fuel consumption
- Provide excellent customer service, including handling inquiries and resolving any delivery-related issues promptly
- Communicate effectively with dispatchers, customers, and other team members to coordinate delivery activities
Qualifications: - High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Proven experience as a box truck driver or similar role for minimum of 2 years
- Excellent driving skills and knowledge of local traffic laws and regulations
- Ability to lift and move heavy objects and operate lifting equipment as needed
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
- Good communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and overtime as needed
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is generally performed in a warehouse environment. The noise level is moderate. Generally, well ventilated, and well lit. Warehouse team members may be required to wear protective clothing. Additionally, may operate heavy equipment and strict safety regulations may be required.
PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work is physically strenuous, and team members are required to lift heavy packages up to 50 pounds. Work may require excessive bending or stooping. Team members may be required to climb ladders, use hand tools, and/or use heavy machinery (e.g., forklift, etc.). The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Light duty options may be available.
Port City Logistics is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.