What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Driver position at Carisam?
Job Description
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY :
Truck drivers are responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of product to our customers in the multiple north eastern-states (Virginia, Washington DC, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York) and to Cruise Ships located in Boston, Massachusetts.)
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
- Responsible for loading / unloading merchandise from the Warehouse to customers
- Follow routes to ensure timely, accurate, and efficient deliveries
- Verify merchandise against shipping manifest
- Maintain telephone or radio contact with supervisor to receive expedited delivery instructions.
- Obtain manager signatures on receipt of delivery
- Back-up warehouse responsibilities and perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
- Be a team player who cross trains on all warehouse functions
- Follows all safety regulations
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :
High School Diploma or Equivalency and a minimum of 2 years of experience driving and preferably tractor-trailer experience;
in addition to a minimum of 2 years delivery experience, ability to operate a straight truck and tractor-trailer combinations.
Prior grocery store and / or consumer products experience a plus. Customer service experience preferred. Must have a current / valid driver license (CDL is required.)
SKILLS & ABILITIES :
- Ability to operate a two or four-wheeled hand-truck
- Ability to operate all types of industrial power trucks
- Able to lift cases weighting up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more using a forklift or similar equipment
- Familiarity with DOT regulations
- Must present a neat and professional appearance as the job requires personal contact with sales team and guests
- Able to follow and execute instructions with minimal supervision (travel logistics)
- Must have flexibility and able to pay attention to detail
- Good Interpersonal skills / customer service
- Able to maintain clean truck exterior / interior
- Ability to maintain safe operation and clean appearance by complying with organization operational policies, procedures and standards as well as state and local driving rules and regulations
A complete Job Description will be provided at the time of hire.