Delivery Driver CDL (Class B required)
Big Rock, VA 24603
United Central Industrial Supply – Technician, Warehouse, Driver & Branch Roles /
Technician, Warehouse, Driver & Branch Roles /
On-site
Driver/Delivery Person
I. FUNCTIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Purpose
The purpose of this job is to pick-up and/or deliver merchandise as required and serve as a company representative, promoting the reputation of United Central Industrial Supply Company in a positive manner.
Primary Functions
• Operate company vehicles safely.
• Load and unload merchandise on vehicles.
• Obtain signatures and/or payments upon delivery of merchandise.
• Follow assigned scheduling of deliveries; make deliveries on time as scheduled.
• Follow proper procedures in reporting accidents in accordance with company policies.
• Maintain vehicles appearance, reporting any needed maintenance; observe traffic laws and regulations.
• Maintain neat personal appearance; always remain courteous and service minded in dealing with customers.
• Keep supervisor informed of shortages, overages or damaged merchandise and unresolved customer complaints.
Additional Functions
• Maintain housekeeping in the warehouse and stockyard.
• Assist in the stock transfer process.
• Comply with prescribed safety regulations of this company and its customers when entering their property.
• Any other duties that supervisor feels necessary to fulfill the objectives of the company.
• Attend training courses to include but not limited to recertification and safety.
• Perform counter sales, inventory control and other departmental duties as required.
Required Equipment
• Various sized delivery vehicles.
• Knuckle boom crane.
• Forklift.
• Dollies, binders, chains, straps and covers.
Minimum Required Qualifications
• Commercial Driver's License - Proper Class Specification.
• One Year Commercial Driving Experience Preferred.
• General understanding of Department of Transportation Regulations.
• Successfully pass a company administered driving test.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
Required Communication
• Read, write and fully comprehend delivery tickets, packing lists, invoices, transfer requests, special material instructions, M.S.D.S. literature and other information pertaining to the job.
• Communicate orally to customer and supervisor.
II. WORK ENVIRONMENT
Physical Demands
• Be able to lift objects of varying weight and carry a distance of twenty yards.
• Be able to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
• Be able to climb up and down trucks, ladders, shelving, etc.
Working Environment
• It will be necessary to work in a varying degree of temperatures indigenous of the region.
• Work in a warehouse environment with merchandise in varying stages of resale.
• Work at mining and industrial locations with different terrains and harsh conditions such as narrow, curvy, rough roads.
• Sit, stand or drive for extended periods of time.
Safety Requirements
• This position has the potential to be life threatening to both the performer and co-workers, if proper safety precautions and safety regulations are not followed.
• Use of safety apparel and equipment as required by law and company policy.
Possible Work Hazards
• This position requires its performer to work in and around heavy moving equipment.
• Work around fast-paced warehouse that includes the moving of heavy and large merchandise.
• In any industrial setting there is a constant need for alertness to changes in the surrounding environment.
III. PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS
Work Location
• United Central's assigned warehouse and the territory that warehouse serves.
• Other locations as assigned.
Work Schedules
• Normal work hours are 7 AM - 5 PM Monday through Friday; weekends as required.
• Scheduling will be determined by the supervisor based on company requirements.
• Overtime will be required and is expected when beneficial to the company and/or scheduled by the supervisor.
Accountabilities
• Responsible for the safeguard of all company assets to include vehicles, equipment, merchandise, cash, checks, forms and documents entrusted to the employee.
• Maintain confidentiality concerning sales, pricing policies and procedures, customer lists, credit information, correspondence and any other information which might be harmful to the company, customers or other employees if revealed.
