Delivery Driver I - Fort Myers, United States - Home Depot

Description

Candidates must reside within a 20-mile radius of Fort Meyers, FL


Schedule:
Monday through Friday 6:00am to 5:00pm with availability to work some Saturdays if the business needs.


Position Purpose:

The Delivery Driver I (CDL A) - Rental Equipment has a CDL A license and operates medium to heavy-duty pickup trucks with delivery trailers.

This associate delivers rental equipment to our customers and is knowledgeable in the basic operation of the equipment that they deliver.

They provide basic operational training on the proper and appropriate equipment use to the customer.

Additionally, the Delivery Driver I (CDL A) - Rental Equipment is responsible for verifying that the equipment is clean and operational prior to and after each delivery and demonstrates high-quality customer service standards for our delivery service.

This driver performs local deliveries and pick-ups and is rarely required to complete overnight travel.

The Delivery Driver I (CDL A) - is also referred to as a Rental Delivery Driver I (RDDI).


Key Responsibilities:
10% - Administrative/Business Duties - Utilizes company technology platform to document all work performed. Accurately obtains required signatures on rental contracts. Remains current on local licensing and safety requirements. Maintains professionalism in appearance, dress, and personal conduct.

Performs other duties assigned by the Regional Rental Manager (RRM), Rental Field Operations Manager (RFOM), Rental Operations Supervisor, or authorized personnel.

20% - Deploy Equipment to Store Locations - Assists with the deployment of new equipment to store locations, including performing PDIs, delivering to the store, and training store associates on the operation of the equipment.

Completes proper check-in and check-out procedures for equipment at store locations.

10% - Maintain Parts Inventory - Maintains accurate parts and fleet inventories through proper documentation and transfers in appropriate systems.

60% - Operates Assigned Truck and Makes Delivery - Operate semi tractor-trailer with 53' flatbed trailer and class 7 straight truck commercial motor vehicle & retriever unit to deliver equipment to customers.

Loads and unloads equipment on trailer or flatbed truck, including proper securing and tie-down of equipment. Performs local deliveries and pick-ups of rental equipment to and from customer job sites. Demonstrates proper and safe equipment operation to customers at the point of delivery.


Direct Manager/Direct Reports:
This position reports to the Rental Operations Supervisor or Regional Rental Manager

This position has 0 direct reports


Travel Requirements:
Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.


Physical Requirements:

Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, and lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward.

Working Conditions:

Typically in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noise, and fumes that cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness.

Minimum Qualifications:
Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.

Must be twenty-one years of age or older.

Valid Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL-A).

Valid DOT Physical Examination (Medical Card)

1-year commercial motor vehicle driving experience within the previous 5 years.

Safe driving record - Clean MVR

Knowledge of and/or experience driving delivery trucks, towing tandem axle utility trailers and towable construction equipment, operating safely within high traffic or congested city zones and in small areas

Knowledge of local major and minor roadways and the ability to effectively use maps and directions for efficient delivery routing

Working understanding of safe load securement, tie-downs, and transport

Working knowledge and understanding of Motor Carrier Safety regulations/DOT guidelines

Strong work ethic

Ability to work effectively with different personality types and all levels of associates

Working knowledge of handheld technology (smartphone, laptop, tablet)

Ability to operate in extreme outdoor working conditions

Ability to adapt to unforeseen circumstances, including weather, traffic, and others

Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, doing what is necessary to exceed customer expectations


Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively with cross-functional teams

Ability to convey complex or technical ideas and processes in easy-to-understand terms to diverse audiences

Ability to negotiate, handle complaints, settle disputes, and resolve grievances with both internal and external customers

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

One (1) year of experience operating a commercial motor vehicle with a flatbed trailer within the previous 5 years.

Experience in equipment rental industry (mechanical, driving, counter sales, customer service, etc.)

Basic knowledge of compact construction equipment, including trenching and earthmoving machines

Ability to work independently

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

Ability to problem-solve and troubleshoot


Minimum Education:
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and/or GED.


Preferred Education:
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and/or GED.


Minimum Years of Work Experience:
0


Preferred Years of Work Experience:
3


Minimum Leadership Experience:
No previous leadership experience


Preferred Leadership Experience:
No previous leadership experience


Certifications:
Class A CDL License


Competencies:
Action Oriented

Being Resilient

Business Insights

Courage

Decision Quality

Manages Ambiguity

Persuades

Collaborates

Demonstrates Self Awareness

Manages Complexity

Optimizes Work Processes

Values Differences

Communicates Effectively

Customer Focus

Resourcefulness

Strategic Mindset

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.