Delivery Driver

Purpose of the Position The Delivery Driver is responsible for completing assigned deliveries and pick up of merchandise. They are accountable for loading, driving and delivering products; serving as the main contact between the customer and the employer; and contacting prospective customers to make a sale. Ensure top service is provided to customers at business sites. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Drive standard route of up to 250 miles/day and deliver merchandise to customers in a timely manner Load and unload truck with materials for daily delivery route Scan all products on and off truck during daily loading, unloading and at all customer drop off/pick up sites Sell welding equipment, materials and supplies to customers using technical knowledge, advising and trouble‑shooting problems Make/take telephone calls and create future orders for customer requests and coordinate delivery schedules May confer with customers to expedite or locate missing, misrouted, delayed or damaged merchandise Serve as a liaison to sales and other managers, reports on progress, communicates to appropriate personnel to enhance customer service/support Operate company vehicle in a professional, safe and courteous manner following all traffic rules Perform daily safety inspection on truck; check turn signals, tires, prepare and complete all DOT compliance paperwork Complete dock backings and tailgate backings for regular stops on route Unload items and process paperwork at customer locations by having tickets signed and receiving of payment from time to time Ensure delivery of appropriate merchandise in accordance with customer invoices Checks empty cylinders and replace when needed at customer site Provide customer with receipt and/or credit form for merchandise to be delivered/returned Return credit merchandise with appropriate paperwork and inform appropriate personnel Sort through delivery tickets in preparation of next day’s route Double check barcodes, delivery tickets and payments received and forward to billing clerk Attend sales training and/or conferences as necessary Other Responsibilities Perform other job duties as assigned and fill in for other employees in their absence Education, Experience and Skills High School diploma or equivalency 2+ years of previous customer service experience required 3-5 years of truck driving experience desired Class A licensure with Hazmat and Air Brakes endorsements Basic knowledge of gases, cryogenics i.e. pressure and compatibility preferred Basic knowledge of welding and gases industry such as handling cylinders preferred Possess good reasoning skills, math aptitude, and the ability to make decisions based on facts and attain precise set limits Must be a team player with good communication and work well with other Demonstrate professionalism, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to adjust and interact with all levels of personnel Must be multitask oriented, organized, have high attention to detail, set priorities and meet deadlines and take pride in one’s work Equipment Used Safety gear such as steel toe boots, safety glasses, gloves and hard hat when appropriate Double axle truck with tailgate lift, 2 wheeler, handcarts and pallet jacks Company billing and order entry software, known as TIMS Various plant tools including but not limited to a scanner, ratchet straps, chains, boxes of wire, bungee cords, etc. Job Specifications/Requirements Ability to sit 4 to 5 hours a day with frequent standing, walking, twisting, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling, grasping, and repetitive motions. Frequent lifting/carrying 50lbs is required, may at times lift up to 75lbs Reoccurring pushing/pulling of 150lbs Ability to work indoor/outdoor with hot summer and cold winter conditions where high noise levels are possible Capable of traveling 80% of your day delivering products and working extra hours as needed Walk cylinders daily Benefits of driving for OSC! Monday - Friday, home daily work schedule PTO Paid Holidays 401k match Dental & Vision Reimbursement Medical Insurance Company provided uniforms Equal Employment Opportunity OSC is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, traits associated with race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, military service, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We are strongly committed to this policy and believe in the concept and spirit of the law. The hourly range for this position is $29/hour - $32/hour. Pay is dependent on several factors including relevant work experience and internal equity. #J-18808-Ljbffr