Delivery Driver at Acorn Distributors Inc – Brownsburg, Indiana

Delivery Driver

Join Acorn Distributors, a multi-million dollar distributor of janitorial and foodservice products. We provide expert solutions to the following industries: Education, Healthcare, Government, Lodging, Commercial, Property Management, Restaurants and Catering.

Acorn Distributors, Inc. located in Brownsburg, IN is looking for Class A & B CDL drivers and Non CDL to safely deliver product to our wonderful customers. We have been a leading distributor of janitorial and restaurant supplies since 1976.

$2000 hiring bonus eligibility

Job Description: Drivers travel established routes to deliver products or render services and perform additional duties, as assigned. Committed to 100% customer service and accuracy. Uniforms provided.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Unload products at customers’ or warehouse facilities as necessary
• Down-stack product on truck throughout the business day
• Upon delivery, record sales or delivery information and obtain customer signature on delivery invoice or pick-up requests
• Complete and submit all related paperwork to the Transportation Supervisor or appropriate department, as necessary
• Pick up returns and/or damaged product
• Maintain presentable appearance – including personal appearance(uniform) as well company appearance (vehicle)Listen to and resolve customer concerns
• Represent the company in the most positive manner – maintain presentable appearance, convey friendly, helpful, and competent disposition
• Perform routine safety inspections on company trucks
• Follow OSHA safety standards and DOT regulations, report violations to Transportation Supervisor
• Other duties, as needed

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Requires prolonged periods of sitting and driving
• Regularly required to reach with hands and arms, stand, walk, and use hands to handle or feel,and sort and load
• Frequently required to lift and/or move excessive weight (50 pounds or more)Can be stressful and may have stringent deadlines to meet – employees are expected to maintain certain levels of productivity and accuracy.

Equipment Used:

• Two-wheeler, pallet jack, electric pallet jack
• Mobile phone and calculator
• Tractor trailer or 26' straight truck

Minimum Qualifications: (knowledge, skills, and abilities)

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and in a manner that demonstrates teamwork and honesty
• Must be able to communicate and comprehend both written (documents, orders, invoices, operating and maintenance instructions, procedural manuals) and oral (customer interactions)information
• Basic mathematical and analytical skills
• Knowledge of and compliance with company policies, procedures, and distribution center operations as well as state and federal laws concerning D.O.T. regulations
• Organizational and scheduling skills
• Must be able to pass a background check, drug screen, and Department of Motor Vehicles check and medical examination
• Demonstrate ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Licensing in accordance with state and federal requirements

Education/Work Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent, minimum one (1) year related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Will consider CDL-A, CDL-B and Non CDL License
• State and federal regulations govern the qualifications and standards for truck drivers – all drivers must comply with federal regulations and any state regulations exceeding federal requirements