Company Route Driver - Taylor, MI

Company Route Driver Job Description

We are looking for a reliable company route driver to assist the company with all transport-related duties. The company drivers responsibilities include dropping and picking product (tortillas) to grocery stores based on a route schedule, and maintaining a travel log to record work hours, travel-time and locations traveled to. You should also be able to perform routine checks on the company vehicle (Daily vehicle inspection).

To be successful as a company route driver, you should ensure that all transportation duties are carried out in a timely manner. Ultimately, a top-performing company driver should be able to ensure that addresses and other transportation details are correct before undertaking any pick-up or drop-off duties.

Experience Needed:

*Handheld and printer experience to create invoices and credits.

*Knowledge of DSD (Direct store Delivery) to Grocery stores including Chains and Independents.

*Ability to load (from warehouse) and unload delivery vehicle (to accounts).

*Merchandising

Company Driver Responsibilities:

• Safely transporting company product (tortillas) and materials (carboard displays) to and from specified locations in a timely manner.
• Assisting with the loading and offloading of product, and materials.
• Adjusting travel routes to avoid traffic congestion or road construction.
• Promptly informing the company of any tickets issued against the company vehicle during work hours.
• Ensuring that the company vehicle is always parked in areas that permit parking to avoid towing.
• Keeping the company vehicle clean and properly maintained by performing regular washing, cleaning, and vehicle maintenance.
• Providing accurate time records of the company vehicles coming and goings.
• Reporting any accidents, injuries, and vehicle damage to management.

Company Route Driver Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Valid drivers license.
• Clean driving record.
• Sound knowledge of road safety regulations.
• Working knowledge of local roads and routes.
• The ability to utilize maps, GPS systems, and car manuals.
• Effective communication skills.
• Bilingual English Spanish is a plus
• Punctual and reliable.

"This not a remote or hybrid position."

Ole Mexican Foods