Delivery Driver

Delivery Driver

We offer a career with a 4 day work week, paid training, 401K match, health benefits.

Clean driving record required no tickets in last 7 years.

Answer all questions so we may fully evaluate your application. We will only consider complete applications including the optional questions. Apply with current resume and job history.

In-person interviews are required to be considered for this position in Avenel NJ. Limited number of positions are available. Please check the location before applying.

We start at 11 am 4 days a week and must be available on weekends.

It's extremely important that you are able to make it to work on time! Schedules are flexible to work best around your needs and the needs of the business. However that also means you must perform to standards and be consistent.

401(k) with company match retirement program.

Medical benefits after 30 days.

Vision and dental insurance also available.

Paid time off, uniforms provided including shoes!! + paid training.

As a delivery driver for VL Transport 1 Corp, you will be on the front lines working directly with our customers and members of your community. It will be your job to exceed customer expectations and make sure all orders, large or small, are delivered on time at the right place.

Make sure your resume is current with job history before you apply.

We offer potential to grow with our company and get into leadership roles! We promote from within! All managers started as delivery drivers.

Please answer all questions so we may fully evaluate your application.

Delivery driver general responsibilities include :

• Adhere to strict safety and quality standards on and off the road
• Interact in a positive and a professional manner with customers and general public while delivering products to customers' homes, retail, and business locations
• Follow up on customer requests or problems with solution oriented approach keeping customer informed of delivery progress
• Use handheld technology to deliver customer packages, manage delivery progress, and solve obstacles
• Sort and prepare a delivery route to meet customer promise
• Ensure delivery vehicle is clean, fueled, and in good operating condition at all times
• May assist in training other team members
• Where appropriate, carry out in delivery station activities including sortation and general tasks

Work environment :

Under tight deadlines, drives a delivery van up to GVWR 10,000 lbs. to many customer residences and businesses, climbs in and out of van, and walks up and down stairs as required to deliver packages according to established procedures in all weather conditions

Flexibility is key; routes may vary and may be delayed due to traffic from on road congestion, construction, or other factors

Set core schedule, but there may be adjustments, including additional hours and potential schedule changes depending on time of the year and peak seasons and other factors

Delivery driver basic qualifications :

Possess a valid driver's license in the state of residence

Proficient in English sufficient to meet US DOT standard of ability to read road signs and communicate with regulatory personnel

Preferred qualifications :

Must be available weekends

Holds high ethical standards at all times

Proven track record of reliability

Prior professional driving experience

Prior experience representing a well-regarded consumer brand with professionalism

Excellent attention to detail with skill set to problem solve independently

Demonstrate strong communication skills

Self-motivated and able to work in a self-directed environment with an upbeat attitude

Ability to work with a team in a fast paced, ever changing environment

Delivery driver job requirements :

Ability to lift, bend, reach above the head, kneel, crouch, and / or stretch during shifts up to 10 hours long

Ability to operate and navigate a van up to GVWR 10,000 lbs.

Ability to effectively operate a GPS

Ability to lift, push, pull and move boxes up to 50 pounds each

Capable of moving up and down stairs

Possess a valid driver's license in the state of residence

Job type : Full-time

Pay : $22.75 per hour

Expected hours : 30 40 per week

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

Parental leave

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Shift :

Day shift

Evening shift

Company description :

VL Transport 1 Corp, an Amazon Delivery Service Partner, delivers packages and smiles to people within your community every day. We're looking for motivated, customer-focused individuals who want to join our team delivering Amazon packages.

Qualifications :

Must be 21 or older and have a valid standard driver's license, not probationary

Must be able to operate and navigate a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and or Ram Promaster 3500

Must be able to move boxes up to 50 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodation.

Must be able to easily get in and out of the van, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Must have good communication skills and the ability to work well with customers.

Must be punctual.

Overtime required for Prime and Peak season

Driving : 3 years (Required)

Additional information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.