What are the responsibilities and job description for the AMAZON DELIVERY DRIVER ($19.25) position at BETTER TRUCKS?
This is the THE MOST IMPORTANT position in our company...and we treat you that way.
BETTER TRUCKS INC is hiring Delivery Associates for our residential and commercial delivery team. You will be given the keys to a Amazon Van, outfitted with awesome uniforms, and have access to the most cutting edge technology in the logistics business.
The Delivery Drivers will be responsible for making small package deliveries to homes, apartments, and businesses in the Western Chicago Suburbs.
Better Trucks Inc is a new Delivery Service Partner, which means you will have the opportunity to help shape our company as we grow! Work with people that take pride in their work and help make Better Trucks the BEST delivery company in Chicagoland!
All Full & Part time drivers are eligible for daily performance bonus, on-call bonus and rescue bonus.
- BENEFITS AFTER 60 DAYS- MEDICAL AND DENTAL
- 2 WEEKS PAID VACATION
- Must be at least 21 to apply
- $300 SIGN ON BONUS
- $300 REFERRAL BONUS
This job is for motivated individuals. As a delivery driver you will have to move quickly from the van to the delivery location.
If you are selected for this position:
- Work 8-10 hours per shift, including weekdays, weekends, & holidays (We operate 7 days a week, 361 days a year)
- Work 8-10 hour shifts but receive multiple days off per week,
- Potential to earn early work completion bonus (rules apply)
If you feel this position is right for you, please read on...
Duties / Typical Days agenda:
- Arrive at our distribution facility by the required time to receive your van assignment based on the weekly schedule
- Attend the morning stand up meeting discussing problems and issues for the day
- Receive your route assignment and the company provided Smartphone/GPS device
- Perform a Pre-trip vehicle inspection thoroughly checking the van for damage.
- Deliver up to 250 packages on your route. (Smartphone/GPS device has the complete route pre-determined along with delivery estimates for each delivery) in exactly the manner that our client requires
- Follow all delivery instructions as directed by customer (when in doubt, follow company procedures)
- Possibly help another driver as directed
- Return van to station after refueling it for the next day (company will provide a fuel card)
- Remove all trash & debris from van
- Return Smartphone/GPS scanner device and keys; debrief with manager
- Perform post trip inspection noting any required maintenance items
Qualifications and Skills
- Must give consent to check Motor Vehicle Records.
- No At Fault Accidents
- No DUIs
- No Points on your record.
- Must give consent for drug testing / background checks
- Must be able to pass background check going back 7 years
- 1 year of verifiable delivery driving experience.
- Experience with Larger vehicles like Sprinter Vans, 15 passenger vans, Bus, Box Truck, or Semi experience is a PLUS ( also Flex, Uber, Lyft, Pizza, Flowers, auto parts, etc.)
- Must be physically able to handle the walking, lifting, bending and stooping required to perform this job;
- Ability to lift and carry 50lbs without assistance.
- Cannot have any physical restrictions on lifting, bending, stooping, turning or squatting.
- Must be able to work at a quick and even pace:
- Delivering up to 250 packages a day
- Being on your feet up to 10 hours per day while walking 3-4 miles per day
- Climb in and out of a van 100 times a day.
- Must be a safe driver and observe all traffic rules and company safety policies
- Must treat everyone with respect and vehicles as their own
- Must have a history of excellent attendance; no history of calling in sick without a Dr. note
- Must be computer literate and able to operate a Smartphone/GPS device with scanner
- Must be at least 21 years old
Job Type: Part-time with Full-time for top performers. Full-time includes health insurance and paid vacation. Seasonal work also available.
Salary: $19.25
Possibility to earn bonuses is available for all drivers.
Requirements:
- Knowledge of the Western Suburbs of Chicago
- Computer literate to operate a Smartphone/GPS device with scanner
- Fluent in English (Required)
- Large vehicle driving experience (Preferred)
- Delivery driving experience (Preferred such as Lyft, Fed Ex, UPS, Auto Parts, Pizza, etc.)
- Customer Service Experience (Required: Smile and be courteous to all customers)
- Deliver all assigned packages each day
- We operate 361 days a year, which includes weekends & holidays
Better Trucks strives to provide all employees with equal employment opportunities. The Company’s equal opportunity policy precludes discrimination and harassment based on, but not limited to, age, race, religion, sex, marital status, pregnancy, breast feeding, parental or carers status, political belief, industrial activity, sexual preference, gender identity and disability
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.25 - $19.50 per hour
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.25 - $19.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus pay
- Signing bonus
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Work Location:
- On the road
Work Remotely:
- No
Work Location: On the road