2024-05-22
AppCast (https://www.appcast.io)
Other
/yr
full-time
employee
Southington
Connecticut
06489
United States
**Delivery Driver**
Production Southington, Connecticut Minimum Experience **Entry-level** Connecticut Appliance and Fireplace Distributors (CAFD) is Connecticuts leading authority on Home Appliances, Wood & Gas Burning Fireplaces & Stoves, and Outdoor Living - showcasing the top names in innovative products.
The Delivery Specialist is an essential part of our Production Operations Team & we are seeking someone who can hit the ground running within this role! CAFD's ideal candidate will have 1-2 years experience in delivery & transportation, a passion for learning the trade, building relationships with customers & team members, and completing the delivery of our products safely & on time.
If you have delivery experience, are willing to travel, attentive to details, and maintain a clean & valid driver's license, we welcome you to apply for this immediate opportunity!
Duties/Responsibilities :
* Deliver an exceptional Customer Experience, accommodating customer requests both on-site and in collaboration with the Production Management Team, to successfully execute in-home delivery and installation projects.
* Review & report results of delivery operations from the previous day to the Production Manager.
* Transport staged appliances to the delivery vehicle, ensuring that the delivery vehicle is inspected for safety and serviceability, loaded products agree with delivery schedule, and driving directions are clear and understood prior to departure from the warehouse loading dock.
* Consistently perform operator maintenance on the company vehicle provided for appliance delivery. Record hub and speedometer readings on the first day of each workweek. Maintain a commitment to operating the appliance delivery vehicle safely and adhering to DOT regulations & standards while driving between scheduled locations. Use company-provided communication device(s) to resolve questions and to notify management of unexpected difficulties encountered in daily operations. Perform and supervise the unpacking, transport, and placement of appliances. Must use company-appointed safety gear to transport products, consistently following established protocol.
* Perform other reasonable tasks assigned by supervisors and managers.
* Heavy lifting up to 100 lbs. is required.
Required Skills/Abilities :
* 1-2 years experience with transportation & delivery services.
* Ability to safely handle large items, safety equipment and demonstrate awareness - taking appropriate safety measures while transporting/placing products, equipment & materials.
* Excellent attendance is essential for the team to succeed.
* Travel is mandatory and will vary dependent on business needs.
* Active & valid driver's license.
* Good driving record with no traffic violations.
* This position requires meeting business demands, possibly including Saturday hours as-needed, lifting up to 100 pounds with a team member & the support of safety gear, climbing, & dexterity while maneuvering products in warehouse, residential, and commercial property locations.
Education:
* High School diploma or equivalent.
Work Schedule: Monday Friday 7:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m.
Occasional Overtime, including Saturdays, may be required.
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Location Southington, Connecticut Minimum Experience Entry-level
