Local Delivery Driver (Class A CDL required) (Transportation)
POSITION SUMMARY:Deliver, load/unload, and pick up building materials as
scheduled by the Dispatcher. Regular and reliable attendance is an
essential function of this job.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Safely Drive Truck (Standard Transmission, Air Brakes)
Determine best route for delivery considering weather, time, equipment and road conditionsPerform required pre and post-trip vehicle inspections and complete required paperworkMonitor truck operations
Customer Service
Represent SBL in a positive and professional manner while at delivery sites and while driving on the public roadwayAddress general concerns or questions from customers and homeowners
Load Truck
Select materials from yard, millwork and hardwareEnsure load is completeNotify dispatch of any shortages or Back OrdersSafely load/secure items onto truck with forklift assistance (Some hand loading required)
Unload Truck
Determine proper approach of delivery considering weather, site, equipment,
and customer requests
Safely unload building materials at jobsite (some hand/manual unloading required)
Pick up Returns
Safely load and secure returning items onto truck Label returns correctly when unloading in the Yard
Safety and Wellness
Offer suggestions to continually increase knowledge and awareness of Safety Computer Based Courses (CBT) completed as assigned Proper use of all PPEs at all times and in all circumstances Operate equipment and tools according to established safety standards and regulations and only after being trained Support and promote safety and wellness initiatives Report all safety concerns, hazards and incidents Follow ergonomically correct standards in the workplace Housekeeping
Continuous Improvement
Support Continuous Improvement initiatives; follow Standard work as it applies to your work area and job functions Provide and seek input from your own team to identify process improvement opportunities Assist with identification of customer service issues and ideas for improvement Follow standard work documented process for changing standard work Participate in 5S events and sustain improvements in your assigned area Support and promote Continuous Improvement Incentives within your area
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Scan deliveries that have been delivered phone for DDS. Take pictures of deliveries and returns. Send them to Dispatch / DDS via phone. Responsible for DOT Health Card Renewal Successfully complete required Safety Training as needed
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
High School Diploma or GED preferred Class A drivers license required 3 years previous driving experience required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Willingness to train and operate Boom Truck, Piggy Back forklift, and pull trailers. Ability to problem solve and make good judgments that impact customers and SBL Knowledge of building materials Ability to communicate clearly and effectively Ability to read, write and calculate tickets and credit memos. Safety oriented. Familiar with Twin Cities area and roadways Ability to read a map and plan delivery route to maximize efficiency Knowledge of Federal Department of Transportation Regulations Ability to adapt quickly and be flexible to changes in the environment, delivery orders, traffic, and customer needs Knowledge of DDS (Dispatch & Delivery System)
ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Exposed to extreme weather conditions Exposed to mechanical equipment Majority of day is spent driving truck to and from job sites
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Lift/carry 50 - 75 lbs. (100 lbs. occasionally) Twist, bend, stoop, squat to floor level Reach overhead to grasp materials Prolonged sitting driving Must be able to pass random and required Drug and Alcohol Tests
LICENSE(S) AND/OR CERTIFICATE(S):
Valid Commercial Class A Drivers license w/ acceptable driving record Possess current DOT Health Card or ability to pass DOT physical
(Responsible for DOT renewal)
Forklift certification required or ability to obtain certification
