Delivery Driver - Milford, United States - Balcom Bros Inc. Rentals

Description

Position Title:
Delivery Personnel / Driver / Laborer**
- Construction / General Tool / Party & Events Industry

Position Tasks & Activities:

• Prep equipment, if necessary, prior to loading
• Load and unload equipment.
• Secure loaded equipment per company procedure and inspect in transit if necessary.
• Deliver and pick up equipment.
• Place delivery and instore returned equipment in appropriate area for inspection.
• Maintain accurate delivery and pickup records.
• Secure customer signature on contract, if not already signed.
• Inform supervisor of difficulties with deliveries or pickups.
• Instruct customers on equipment operation
• Inform management of new sales opportunities and job sites.
• Maintain and comply with company procedures and policies.
• While driving company vehicle:
• Serve as store representative.
• Carry driver's license at ALL times.
• Observe all laws.
• Complete safety inspection/safety check daily on vehicles (fuel, lights, brakes, etc.)
• Keep vehicles clean (interior and exterior).
• Notify manager of any scrapes, dents or accidents.
• Notify manager of any mechanical difficulties.
• Recommend equipment and related items to customers.
• Double check delivered items to make sure customers receive exactly what they ordered.
• Notify dispatcher or store if behind schedule, so customers may be contacted.
• Instruct customers on equipment operation

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• Start equipment for customers.
• If equipment is missing or broken upon pick up fill out the appropriate forms and get customer's signature. Turn in these forms to supervisor, along with pick up sheets. Tag and move broken equipment to repair area.
• Perform vehicle inspections daily, as well as checking gas, oil and other fluid levels. Report problems to supervisor. Top off and record fluid levels as necessary.
• Wash trucks and equipment, assist with checking in returned rental equipment.
• Report safety violations to supervisor.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, rules and regulations in written or verbal form.
• Comply with government safety requirements and other regulations and security in store.
• Attend department, store and safety meetings.
• Fill in for other positions, when necessary, for smooth operation of the business.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Nature of the Work:

Will load and unload vehicles/trucks and deliver equipment in full or partial loads working with dispatcher/delivery coordinator and delivery assistant.

Must service customers in a polite, friendly and professional manner. May be required to assist customers with reservations, contracts, questions, register transactions and order adjustments if necessary.


Working Conditions:

May be exposed to the general range of weather experienced in the area, with the exception of several hours in the warehouse loading or unloading and drive time.

May have exposure to chemicals, including but not limited to gasoline, diesel fuel, propane, kerosene and cleaning solvents. Propane is an obvious hazard; hence a sense of smell is required. Some electrical equipment is delivered, although it is not a requirement to install or service the equipment.

If lighting is required (the installation of extension cords and lamps) the drivers are provided with Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFI) breakers.

Stooping, crouching, bending, lifting, lowering, reaching, twisting, pulling, pushing, carting and carrying are intermittent tasks that routinely occur.


Education, Skills & Requirements:

• A high school diploma or equivalent GED is preferred but not required.
• Must be able to lift approximately 70 lbs.
• Must maintain a professional personal appearance.
• Must have and maintain a valid class D driver's license.
• Must have a clean driving record.
• Must be familiar with local roads and be able to read a road map.
• Must speak English clearly and write legibly. The ability to speak other languages is a plus.
• Must pass company drug screen.
• Must maintain an acceptable attendance record.
• Must have a full range of motion and dexterity.
• Must be able to provide, understand and complete instructions furnished in written, oral or scheduled form.
• Maintain a cooperative working relationship with coworkers.
• Must be able to maintain a high degree of patience.

This company is committed to equal employment opportunity.

We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis including, but not limited to:
veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability and/or age.


Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time


Pay:
From $20.50 per hour


Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Home daily
• No nights

Experience:

• DRIVING: 2 years (required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (required)

Work Location:
In person