Hybrid Truck Driver/Warehouse Associate

Hybrid Truck Driver/Warehouse Associate Job Description

Reports to: Transportation Supervisor

Position Summary:

The Hybrid Driver / Warehouse Associate is a full-time role within the Transportation team primarily responsible for providing delivery route coverage for Truck Driver absences. This position is cross-trained on all delivery routes and shuttle operations and must be available to step into a driving role on short notice.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Responsibilities - Driving/Transportation (Primary Responsibility):

• Provide coverage for delivery routes and shuttle operations as needed, including short-notice assignments.
• Operate company vehicles in a safe and compliant manner.
• Learn and maintain proficiency on all delivery routes and schedules.
• Deliver orders to customers accurately and on time using efficient routes.
• Maintain required logs and documentation in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report any issues.
• Load, unload, and secure cargo for safe transport.
• Maintain communication with leadership regarding route status, delays, or issues.
• Represent the company professionally when interacting with customers.

Responsibilities - Warehouse Operations (Secondary Responsibility):

• Perform material handling functions including receiving, put-away, picking, packing, and shipping, as assigned.
• Assist with inventory control tasks such as cycle counts and stock organization.
• Operate warehouse equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.) as trained.
• Support general warehouse needs based on daily operational priorities.
• Work in a team environment.
• Promote and maintain a clean and safe work environment by complying with procedures, policies, training, and regulations.
• Participate in continuous improvement project team activities.

General Responsibilities:

• Inspect truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water.
• Perform emergency roadside repairs such as changing tires, installing light bulbs, and tire chains.
• Partake in overall housekeeping including cleaning, organizing, dusting, sweeping, etc.
• Keep the interior of the truck clean and organized.
• Other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule Expectations

• Full-time position with variable daily responsibilities.
• Must be available for early start times and extended shifts when covering routes.
• Schedule may change based on driver coverage needs, including occasional short-notice assignments.
• Overtime may be required based on business needs.

Education/Experience/Qualifications:

• Clean driving record, required.
• High School diploma or GED, required.
• 2-3 years of truck driving experience, required.
• Knowledge of geographical area or ability to learn, required.
• Commercial license according to government requirements (Chauffeur's license at minimum), required.
• Must pass a medical examination as per Department of Transportation or other requirements, required.
• Must be available to work more than 8 hours per day as per the requirements of the delivery run or as warranted by business needs, required.
• Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week for extended time periods, required.

Skills & Abilities:

• Accurate in the delivery and shipment of orders to customers.
• Capable of performing and completing the workload assigned.
• Dependable and self-motivated.
• Overall reliability, including attendance and punctuality is essential.
• Proper attire, grooming.
• Ability to effectively communicate with leadership, managers, leads, customers, and peers.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and other job-related equipment and software.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
• Willing to participate in Company designated training.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision/guidance.
• Must have knowledge of and comply with the policies and procedures contained in the company handbook.
• Must be able to practice safe work habits.

Physical Demands:

This is a Truck Driver and General Warehouse position that requires sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and use of hands continuously for eight hours. This position requires lifting/moving up to 50 pounds and occasionally with assistance lifting/moving up to 100 pounds. This position requires extended amounts of time walking and climbing stairs. This position requires frequent work time beyond an eight-hour shift/40-hour week including shift rotation and weekends. This position requires the operation of basic office equipment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

Each coworker is accountable for their actions and is required to exercise good judgment in everything they do on behalf of Lane Automotive. Part of that responsibility includes understanding and living up to company values, standards, and policies, specifically our code of ethics and business conduct. Additionally, every coworker has the responsibility to ask questions when they are unsure of what those values, standards, and policies require and to act if they believe someone else is not acting consistently with those values, standards, and policies.

The information in this job description is intended to convey the key responsibilities and requirements. It is not an exhaustive list of the skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the opportunity. Responsibilities are subject to change.

At Lane Automotive, we recognize our ultimate success depends on our talented and dedicated workforce. We value the contribution each Team Member makes to our Vision “To deliver the best customer experience in every market we serve.” We expect Team Members to practice values in all decisions and lead the values by action and example.

Lane Automotive Values:

Integrity: Be genuine, always do what's right even when no one is looking

Passion: A strong feeling of excitement

Innovation: Never satisfied with the status quo

Respect: Consideration for everyone, in everything we do

Accountability: Take ownership

Lane Automotive welcomes diversity. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

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