Retail Sales / Route Delivery Driver in Joplin, Missouri at Lampton Welding Supply

Reports to: Branch Manager

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This position is responsible for providing effective internal and telephone customer sales and service activities. Responsible for customer service, sales, parts management and inventory. In addition, load, unload and transport products/cylinders in a safe, timely manner while adhering to assigned routes and time schedules. Successful drivers are polite and prompt with a commitment to providing our customers with an excellent experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Promote new and existing products, upgrades and services to our customers

• Assist in warehouse duties which include pulling customer orders and putting away stock while occasionally operating a forklift

• Assist customers with technical support and problem solving

• Locate parts for our customers from various sources

• Process customer orders received in person at the counter, or by phone, or fax

• Ensures that customer inquiries related to billing problems, cylinder balances, order status, time of delivery, etc. are promptly and courteously handled, providing follow-up as necessary

• Acts as liaison between customer and company with regard to pricing, products, delivery information, payments, service, and inquiries

• Maintain professional atmosphere of store

• Complete necessary cycle counting and inventory control of products

• Restock and maintain both showroom shelves and product displays

• Safely Load and unload vehicle with specified products/cylinders for delivery

• Deliver products to customers while abiding by load safety, DOT and general safe driving guidelines.

• Inventory truck in and out each day

• Complete the orderly product loading of vehicles which ensures the efficient use of time and scheduling of delivery routes Maintain records and logs related to deliveries and vehicle maintenance

• Obtain appropriate signatures to verify receipt of items delivered

• Follow all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations including maintaining all DOT physicals & drug screens required to maintain CDL

• Operate assigned vehicle safely and efficiently

• Maintain the proper cleanliness of assigned vehicles and carefully complete pre and post-trip vehicle inspections.

• Perform routine maintenance & servicing of vehicle

• Report major repairs, service needs, incidents or accidents to proper authorities

• Perform as back-up for other route drivers

• Assist with such other duties or responsibilities as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Class B CDL

• Hazmat endorsement (or ability to obtain)

• Able to move or lift products (up to 75 lbs.) and materials of varied sizes and weights.

• Knowledge of safe driving practices and traffic laws

• Strong verbal communication skills

• Clean driving record and ability to pass drug testing and background check requirements

BENEFITS:

$2,500 Sign-On Bonus

401(k)

Profit Sharing

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Hourly Pay Rate: $22 to $24