Box Truck Route Driver -- Automotive Parts Distribution

Job Description

Job Description

Shape Reliable Deliveries for Independent Shops

Join U.S. AutoForce, the wholesale distribution arm of U.S. Venture, Inc., backed by more than a century of industry leadership. You’ll keep regional repair shops, tire retailers, and dealerships moving by delivering tires, undercar parts, and lubricants with precision and care.

A day on the route

Start your day Monday–Friday between 4:15 a.m. and 9:00 a.m., wrap up between about 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., or when every delivery is complete. Schedules can shift with business needs, and you may work overtime and occasional rotating Saturdays. Expect 8–12 hours most days.

You’ll pre-trip your box truck (under 26,001 lbs.), confirm your handheld device is synced, and load efficiently. Over 10–20 stops, you’ll drive safely in any weather, communicate ETAs, secure loads, collect payments when required, and log fuel and deliveries accurately. At day’s end, you’ll complete a post-trip inspection and close out records.

What you’ll do

• Operate a box truck under 26,001 lbs. and complete one of our established regional routes
• Make 10–20 on-time deliveries per day with a strong focus on safety and customer service
• Maintain accurate driver, fuel, and delivery logs in accordance with policy and law
• Complete pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections daily
• Load/unload products; lift 50 lbs consistently and up to 80 lbs occasionally, using team lifts or mechanical aids for commercial tires
• Exert up to 40 lbs of pushing force with barrels or industrial/agricultural tires
• Operate powered industrial equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, order pickers) as needed
• Use a provided handheld device to manage stops and proof of delivery
• Collect customer payments when applicable
• Collaborate clearly with customers, dispatch, and teammates
• Pitch in on other job-related tasks as assigned

What you’ll bring

• 21+ years of age
• At least 1 year of professional driving (box truck or larger) and successful completion of our road test
• Valid driver’s license with a record that meets company policy
• Current DOT Medical Card per DOT/FMCSA guidelines
• Ability to consistently lift 50 lbs; occasionally 80 lbs; push up to 40 lbs with certain products
• Trainable on forklifts/high-reach equipment with safe operating habits
• Customer-first mindset and clear communication
• Ability to follow directions and standard operating procedures
• Willingness to work overtime as needed

Safety, physical demands, and environment

Qualified visual, auditory, physical, and mental ability to operate equipment safely, with or without reasonable accommodation. You’ll wear steel/composite toe boots, a safety vest, harness, seatbelt, and SRL as required. We provide all PPE except boots. Expect moderate noise, changing weather, and occasional fumes associated with tires and car parts/lubricants.

Pay and benefits

• Starting pay of $20.00/hour with weekly pay
• Quarterly performance bonus program
• Healthcare benefits available on day one
• 401(k) with generous employer contribution and match
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Work boot reimbursement
• Employee discounts
• On‑the‑job training, skill development, and tuition reimbursement

Division

U.S. AutoForce

Proficiencies that help you succeed

• Driver’s license and safe driving practices
• Loading/unloading and securement know‑how
• Truck operations and load securement techniques

Compliance & Notices

Right to work (sponsorship):

U.S. Venture will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H-1B, TN, E-3, F1,CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, visa status and other employment‑based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis and must not require U.S. Venture’s sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States. In general, U.S. Venture does not sponsor candidates for nonimmigrant visas or permanent residency except when there is a specific business need.

Equal opportunity:

U.S. Venture, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristic.

ADA accommodation:

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call Human Resources atView phone number on ziprecruiter.com.

Pre‑employment screening:

• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test (do not test for THC / marijuana)