Warehouse Driver

Warehouse Driver

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Position Details

Department: Warehouse Drivers

Status: Full?Time

Schedule: MondayFriday, 8:00 AM5:00 PM (WEEKENDS AVAILABILITY REQUIRED)

FLSA: Non?Exempt

Reports To: Shipping Manager

Position Summary

The Warehouse Driver plays a vital role in ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of products to warehouses and cruise ship locations throughout Miami?Dade, Broward, Pompano, Key West, and West Palm Beach Counties. Deliveries may also include major ports such as Port of Miami, Port Everglades, Port Canaveral, and Port of Tampa.

Drivers operate company trucks or vans under 26,000 GVW, follow assigned routes, utilize routing software when needed, and may assist with loading and unloading shipments.

Essential Functions

• Safely operate company vehicles to pick up and deliver merchandise
• Load and unload vehicles, verifying items against shipping manifests
• Follow assigned routes to ensure timely and accurate deliveries
• Maintain communication with supervisors via phone or radio for updates
• Obtain signatures and submit receipts for all deliveries; collect payments when required
• Inspect vehicles for proper maintenance (fuel, oil, water, brakes, tires, lights)
• Report mechanical issues promptly
• Maintain accurate HOS (Hours of Service) and ELD records
• Perform daily truck and trailer inspections
• Cross?train in warehouse operations and assist as needed
• Follow all DOT regulations, traffic laws, and company safety policies
• Report delays, accidents, or transportation issues immediately

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to operate hand trucks and industrial power trucks safely
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs regularly
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and safe driving practices
• Professional appearance and strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow instructions with minimal supervision
• Maintain clean and safe vehicle operation

Education/Experience Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• CDL A driver's license required
• Minimum 2 years of driving experience (tractor?trailer experience preferred)
• Ability to operate straight trucks and tractor?trailer combinations
• Prior grocery, consumer product, or customer service experience is a plus
• Reliable, punctual, and detail?oriented
• Able to work long hours and weekends during busy seasons
• TWIC card preferred.

Computer Skills

Electronic Logging Device (ELD) experience

Physical Demands

• Constant standing, walking, reaching, bending, and handling
• Frequent lifting of 1050 lbs
• Occasional lifting of 51100 lbs
• Occasional climbing, crawling, and kneeling
• Ability to wear PPE as required
• Visual and auditory abilities required for safe vehicle operation

Work Environment

Warehouse and outdoor environments with exposure to heat, cold, and varying noise levels

Fast?paced setting requiring focus and attention to safety