Delivery Driver

Delivery DriverThe 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 mannerLoad and unload truck with materials for daily delivery routeScan all products on and off truck during daily loading, unloading and at all customer drop off/pick up sitesSell welding equipment, materials and supplies to customers using technical knowledge, advising and trouble-shooting problemsMake/take telephone calls and create future orders for customer requests and coordinate delivery schedulesMay confer with customers to expedite or locate missing, misrouted, delayed or damaged merchandiseServe as a liaison to sales and other managers, reports on progress, communicates to appropriate personnel to enhance customer service/supportOperate company vehicle in a professional, safe and courteous manner following all traffic rulesPerform daily safety inspection on truck; check turn signals, tires, prepare and complete all DOT compliance paperworkComplete dock backings and tailgate backings for regular stops on routeUnload items and process paper work at customer locations by having tickets signed and receiving of payment from time to timeEnsure delivery of appropriate merchandise in accordance with customer invoicesChecks empty cylinders and replace when needed at customer siteProvide customer with receipt and/or credit form for merchandise to be delivered/returnedReturn credit merchandise with appropriate paperwork and inform appropriate personnelSort through delivery tickets in preparation of next day's routeDouble check barcodes, delivery tickets and payments received and forward to billing clerkAttend sales training and/or conferences as necessaryOther Responsibilities:Perform other job duties as assigned and fill in for other employees in their absenceEducation, Experience and Skills:High School diploma or equivalency2+ years of previous customer service experience required3-5 years of truck driving experience desiredClass A licensure with Hazmat and Air Brakes endorsementsBasic knowledge of gases, cryogenics i.e. pressure and compatibility preferredBasic knowledge of welding and gases industry such as handling cylinders preferredPossess good reasoning skills, math aptitude, and the ability to make decisions based on facts and attain precise set limitsMust be a team player with good communication and work well with othersDemonstrate professionalism, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to adjust and interact with all levels of personnelMust be multitask oriented, organized, have high attention to detail, set priorities and meet deadlines and take pride in one's workEquipment Used:Safety gear such as steel toe boots, safety glasses, gloves and hard hat when appropriateDouble axle truck with tailgate lift, 2 wheeler, handcarts and pallet jacksCompany billing and order entry software, known as TIMSVarious 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 motionsFrequent lifting/carrying 50lbs is required, may at times lift up to 75lbsReoccurring pushing/pulling of 150lbsAbility to work indoor/outdoor with hot summer and cold winter conditions where high noise levels are possibleCapable of traveling 80% of your day delivering products and working extra hours as needed"Walk" cylinders dailyBenefits of driving for OSC!Monday - Friday, home daily work schedulePTOPaid Holidays401k matchDental & Vision ReimbursementMedical InsuranceCompany provided uniformsOSC is an industrial distribution company that has been providing solutions for our customer's gas, welding and automation needs since 1959. We are based in Minnesota with multiple locations that serve businesses within MN, WI, ND, SD, and IA. We have a unique culture that creates accountability and fosters engagement amongst our employees. All of us share consistent values of honesty and integrity that are exhibited through the company's core values. Join our team to be a part of an organization that is focused on serving its customers and employees!OSC offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package from health insurance to employee fun and activities. Some of the unique benefit offerings include Retirement – 401(k), Community Connection, Health Benefits, Wellness Program, Career & Education Development, Company Involvement and much more!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. The hourly range for this position is $29/hour - $32/hour. Pay is dependent on several factors including relevant work experience and internal equity.