Local Delivery Driver (Box Truck)

Job Description

Job Description

Daikin Comfort Technologies Distribution, Inc. is seeking a professional, skilled individual for our HVAC Local Delivery Driver position for our branch operations group located at our Shreveport, LA branch. The Local Driver is responsible for the safe operation of company trucks for timely delivery of products to customer and company locations. The driver will safely load, unload and transfer products as needed utilizing various equipment and forklifts within the branch location, trucks / trailers and sites. The Driver will assist the branch / warehouse operations as needed with warehouse duties and front counter duties. They must possess high quality customer service skills as well.

Why work with us?

Benefits are effective on day one for all full-time direct hires.

Training programs are available to help guide team members and develop new skills.

Growth Opportunities - there are immense opportunities to grow your career.

You will be part of a Global Company - our family brands are backed by Daikin Industries, Ltd.

May include :

• Load, unload and deliver product to customer sites within designated time frames safely using the most efficient routes as possible
• Maintain required logs and reports necessary to maintain compliance with DOT and Company policies relating to safety standards and operation of delivery vehicles, forklifts etc.
• Safely load and properly block, brace, and secure the cargo.
• Strong knowledge of driving / traffic and transportation laws, regulations and ensure continuous compliance while operating the truck(s).
• Operate forklift safely and efficiently to transfer, load, unload product – ensure accurate product and quantity of product is being loaded into customer
• Perform pre-check and post-check operations of Company vehicles and forklifts per required procedures
• Perform warehouse duties and ensure accurate product and quantity of product is being loaded / transferred for customers
• Follow good housekeeping and safety practices
• Heavy lifting required
• Act as the warehouse and / or front counter back up as needed
• Perform additional duties as needed

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Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV / AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.