Responsibilities
Job Duties must perform the following duties in order to achieve essential job functions, other duties may be assigned:
Verifies load against customer’s ticket or shipping papers, drives truck to destination, and has customer sign ticket or prepares receipt upon completion of delivery.
Prepares materials for shipment by pulling loads and ensuring loads are properly secured.
Operates a forklift in order to transport items for storage and to pick up items from several locations for shipment.
Positions items and uses bands and straps to secure cargo during transit.
Collects payment, for C.O.D. only, for goods delivered and for delivery charges.
Prepares mileage sheets at end of day and takes proper care of all equipment.
Maintains telephone or radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
Inspects truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water; and notifies management of any problems and completes daily inspection form.
Calls store for emergency roadside repairs such as changing tires, installing light bulbs, tire chains, and spark plugs.
Performance Behaviors To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following performance behaviors:
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions ; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.