What are the responsibilities and job description for the Delivery Driver position at Blake Equipment?

Blake Equipment is part of the largest national wholesaler (a division of Headwater Companies www.headwaterco.com ) in the United States, specializing in water equipment components for the residential, commercial, and irrigation systems installed by our customer, the professional contractor. (no homeowners). We are known in our local markets as having quality service, long term quality people, and only representing the top manufacturers in the industry. Headwater Companies is a Division of Franklin Electric, a publicly-traded company on the NASDAQ stock market under the symbol FELE.

Qualifications

Valid driver's license - Class B preferred, but not required
Must have and maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
No record of citation or conviction of any DUI / DWI within the previous 5 years
Must pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination and functional screen
Must consent to a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen

What You Get

Compensation

$1,000 (~$2.00/hr.) Quarterly Safety Bonus Program (increases with seniority!)
Annual merit increases
Delivery routes with multiple stops
100-500 mile driving radius from the branch!
Must enjoy interacting with customers, providing excellent customer service, and having a good time!

Time Off – 20 days in your first year!

10 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) (increasing after year 1)
10 days of Paid Company Holidays

Job Details

Load and unload trucks and/or trailers. Properly secure loads in accordance with state/federal regulation and common safety practices
Must be able to lift up to 50lbs repeatedly
Assist in other duties at the branch, including warehouse and yard inventory responsibilities
Inspect and maintain vehicle supplies and equipment, such as gas, oil, water, tires, lights, or brakes, to ensure that vehicles are in proper working condition
Verify the contents of inventory loads against shipping papers
Submit receipts and money received from deliveries
Follow DOT regulations and safety standards
Report delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations to base or other vehicles
Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions, etc.)
Maintains company gas card, vehicle registration, and proof of insurance; also, responsible for ensuring Driver License and Medical Certificate are current and on person at all times while driving a company vehicle

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

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