Local truck driver Jobs in Newark, NJ

Overview:

• This position will ensure timely delivery and pickup of audio-visual equipment.
• This position will support the organization by maintaining a high level of client satisfaction with the timeliness in which they receive their product and professionally handling any issues that may arise.
• This position will report to the Director of Logistics.

Essential Functions:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Operate company vehicles for deliveries and pickups according to applicable state and federal transportation laws.
• Transports loads safely and in a timely manner while obeying all traffic laws and observing all safety regulations.
• Plan and complete an efficient delivery and pick up route for the day.
• Deliver products to correct address, maintains signed invoices, shipping bills of lading, and other required paperwork.
• Pick up equipment along the scheduled route, including company orders, and other items as requested.
• Load and unload goods and materials, using specialized equipment when warranted; unload empty skids and return all equipment to designated area.
• Interact professionally with clients, acting as a liaison for the company.
• Maintain basic records of truck mileage and deliveries performed.
• Ensure the delivery vehicle receives basic service according to the maintenance schedule and reports larger service needs and mechanical issues to the Manager as well as performing daily safety checks.
• Works closely with Logistics and performs cross-functional duties with other departments.

Perform other duties as assigned Technical Competencies:

• Basic math aptitude Basic mechanic and electronic skills Moderate computer literacy Basic data entry skills Basic communication proficiency Basic organization skills Moderate time management skills Ability to drive safely.
• Ability to use navigation tools such as onboard GPS, smartphone apps, and/or web-based or physical maps.
• Ability to plan delivery routes.
• Ability to maintain basic logs and records.
• Ability to carry out a series of instructions without constant supervision.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to speak professionally and courteously with customers and staff at delivery points.
• Thorough understanding of traffic regulations, road signs, and routes.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• There are no supervisory responsibilities for this position.

Work Environment:

• Work is regularly performed in a combination of office and warehouse environments and is regularly exposed to heavy machinery and noise.

Physical Demands:

• While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
• This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• This is a full-time position working M-F 40 hours per week with occasional overtime. Schedule flexibility is key for this position as pop-up, last minute, possible evenings and weekends are required as job duties demand.

Travel:

• Travel may be required for this position as mandated by the needs of the multiple Nationwide locations which would include out-of-area and overnight travel.

Required Education and Experience:

• Must be 21 years of age Hold or obtain a Class A CDL License Pass a DOT Medical Examination Complete Entry-Level Driver Training Test (ELDT) 3-5 years of experience maintaining a delivery route with excellent customer service Forklift certification Possess a clean driving record High School Diploma or equivalent Preferred Education and Experience: 5+ years of experience maintaining a delivery route with excellent customer service Forklift certification Possess or be able to complete requirements for Commercial Driver’s License Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position.
• Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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