Driver - Portland, United States - WPX Delivery Solutions

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    Description

    WPX is searching for a full-time delivery driver, to work weekdays and occasional weekends. This position is based out of our Portland hub. Your shift starts at 7:00 AM and will usually be done around 3:30 PM.

    You will be driving our company van in the general Portland area on a dedicated route, making 15 to 20 deliveries per day to business locations.

    You may be the right fit for this position if you are a skilled driver who is highly motivated, know your way around the Portland area, are attentive to details, can lift and carry heavy loads, and can work independently and as part of a team.

    Full details about benefits offered by WPX are available on our careers website at

    About the company

    WPX is a logistic solutions company. Our services include contract ground delivery (small package, LTL), air and ocean freight forwarding (LCL), and contract logistics services. At WPX, we design custom delivery solutions for clients operating in industries with unique supply chain requirements.

    Job Description

    SUMMARY

    The driver is responsible for operating a cargo van or similar vehicle (less than 10,000 GVW) to and from specified destinations to pick up and deliver time sensitive materials. All work is completed in a timely and efficient manner following standard company procedures and safety requirements, while meeting established deadlines and performance goals in a fast paced environment.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Pick up and deliver all packages to and from customers in an efficient and timely manner according to established procedures
    • Pick, sort, load and unload delivery vehicle
    • Safely operate and maintain assigned vehicle, following all safety and vehicle maintenance procedures.
    • Maintain a neat, clean, well-groomed, professional appearance including proper uniform.
    • Establish and maintain courteous business relationships with customers
    • Maintain accurate electronic and written records of daily pickups and deliveries
    • Maintain excellent work habits including attendance, punctuality & safety procedure
    • Install and use company provided Apps on a personal smartphone device
    • Adhere to all company policies, procedures and guidelines
    • Perform other duties as assigned.
    Position Requirements

    QUALIFICATIONS (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED)
    • High School diploma or equivalent
    • Must be at least 23 years old and hold a current, valid drivers' license with a clean driving record (MVR)
    • Must be able to work a flexible schedule including occasional weekends
    • Previous on-the-job experience driving a cargo van or larger vehicle
    • Demonstrated knowledge of defensive driving techniques, local geographic area and roadways
    • Able to read and follow roadmaps
    • Repeatedly enter and exit a cargo vehicle, bend, stoop, reach, walk, push, pull, carry, lift arms over head, balance, kneel, crouch and crawl
    • Routinely and repeatedly push, pull, lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and occasionally up to 70 pounds
    • Requires good vision and depth perception
    • Must have a working smartphone for scanning
    • Ability to log in to a computer and read and compose email
    • Clearly read, write, speak and understand English
    • Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and fractions in all units of measure
    • Work as directed or unsupervised
    • Establish priorities and meet goals even under pressure
    • Maintain a cheerful, courteous demeanor in difficult situations
    • Must be able to prove eligibility for employment in the United States
    • If hired, you must be able to pass:
    - Comprehensive background check
    - TSA Security Threat Assessment
    - Drug test prior to first day of work

    Include a copy of your MVR with your application (you can upload it as your cover letter).

    WPX is a drug free workplace, and all employees are subject to random drug tests.

    WPX is an equal opportunity employer