Delivery Driver at Lincoln

Job Description

American Tire is a growing company with over 3,400 employees throughout the United States. We continue to expand and the acquisitions and new operations continue to enhance our ability to offer the most complete selection of tires, wheels and related products and value-added service across America to independent tire retailers.

PURPOSE OF DELIVERY DRIVER

Performs a variety of tasks relating to day-to-day product transportation, issue, receipt, delivery and control for a distribution Center. Primary duties include driving medium to heavy weight trucks short and long distances to deliver a variety of products to customers in compliance with all Company safety policies and state and federal transportation regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Timely transportation of product from origin to destination as assigned
• Assist in verification of all outgoing and incoming product for accuracy in terms of size, amount and type
• Collect payments from customers in monetary form acceptable to Company
• Ensure all administrative paperwork concerning delivery orders required to move with shipments is available for inspection and that appropriate paperwork accompanies delivery
• Maintain professional representation of the Company in all interactions with customers and through responsible driving
• Maintain records required for compliance with state and federal regulations, including drivers logs, records of fuel purchases, mileage records and other records required by law and Company policy
• Abide by all Company safety policies and state and federal transportation regulations
• Occasionally operate powered industrial vehicles (forklift, pallet jacks, order pickers, etc.)

Job Requirements

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations and mental ability to handle receipts, read maps, road signs, maintain logs, etc.
• Possess working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems
• Ability to apply knowledge of commercial driving and skills in maneuvering vehicle at varying speeds in difficult situations, such as heavy traffic, inclement weather or in tight loading areas.
• Ability to carry out oral and written instructions
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing
• Possess strong attention to detail
• Ability to establish and maintain professional and cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work
• Possess excellent time management and organizational skills

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 21 years of age
• Must possess valid CDL Class A license
• Must have clean motor vehicle report and criminal report.
• High school diploma or GED
• Prior work experience sufficient to work under general supervision
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Company, in its discretion, may find appropriate and acceptable.

American Tire Distributors offers a competitive salary and benefits. The Company maintains a two-tiered group health plan that covers all employees with healthcare, dental and vision coverage. Employees that participate in the Companys wellness program are eligible for free health care coverage. A 401(k) plan is offered to all employees after one year of service including matching contributions of $.50 on each dollar up to a total of 6% of gross earnings. Also covered for employees is short-term disability and life insurance coverage, additional coverage for both long-term disability and life insurance is available for purchase. Employees are eligible for employee purchases of company inventory at a discount tires, wheels, etc... Vacation and sick days are accumulated based on tenure for each calendar year. EOE/Drug Free Workplace

Country: USA, State: Nebraska, City: Lincoln, Company: American Tire Distributors.