Delivery Team Associate

Job Title

U.S. AutoForce, a division of U.S. Venture, Inc., brings together more than 100 years of experience as an industry leader in the distribution of tires, undercar parts, and lubricants to independent tire retailers, auto repair shops, and automotive dealerships.

Job Responsibilities

The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, 6:30am until all deliveries are completed with rotating half-day Saturdays. Schedules are subject to change based on business needs, and may require overtime.

Drive a box truck under 26,001 pounds or other vehicles during one of our many routes while making 10-20 deliveries/day deliveries

Complete and maintain accurate records and logs including driver's logs, fuel purchase logs, and other records as required by company policy and law

Make on time deliveries at our customer's locations while in a safe, punctual manner in all weather conditions

Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections on the vehicle you're driving for the day

You can expect to lift 50 pounds consistently throughout your shift and occasionally lift up to 80 pounds. When lifting commercial tires you will do team lifts or use mechanical equipment.

When working with barrels or industrial/agricultural tires you will need to be able to exert a pushing force of up to 40 pounds

Able to assist in the loading/unloading of trucks and occasionally operate equipment (forklift pallet jacks, order pickers, etc.) when needed

Expect to work approx. 8-12 hours/day

Operate a handheld device, provided, and ensure all deliveries are fulfilled

Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with customers, coworkers, and management

Collect payments from customers upon delivery of product

The duties listed in this job description are not exhaustive. Team members may be asked to perform other job-related tasks and follow any job-related instructions given by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations

Our Benefits

Highly competitive wages starting at $19.00/hour!

Weekly pay

Work boot reimbursement program

Safe driving recognition program

Healthcare benefits, available your first day on the job

401(k) with Generous Employer Contribution AND Match

Paid Vacation, Sick time and Holidays

On-the-job training and skill development

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount Programs

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be qualified as to visual, auditory, physical, and mental ability to operate equipment safely with or without reasonable accommodation. The employee must frequently lift products weighing up to approximately 50 pounds, and occasionally up to 80 pounds. Occasionally exert a pushing force up to 40 pounds. Handling of commercial tires (e.g., rolling, destacking, team lifting) conduct team lifts or use mechanical equipment.

Protective equipment required: steel or composite toe boots, safety vest, safety harness, seatbelt, SRL (self-retracting lifeline). All equipment is provided by U.S. AutoForce except for steel / composite toe boots. All team members must be able to adhere with safety and manufacture guidelines for compliant use of all protective equipment.

Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Fumes associated with tires and occasionally car parts and lubricants prevalent.

Qualifications

Must be 21 years or older (mandatory company policy)

1 year of professional driving experience (cube van, box truck or semi), and satisfactory completion of company road test by qualified assessor

Ability to be trained and safely use powered industrial trucks (forklifts) and high reach lifts, as required

Must possess a valid driver's license and good driving record in compliance with our driver policy

Ability to safely lift 50 pounds consistently and occasionally lift up to 80 pounds

Ability to exert a pushing force of up to 40 pounds - working with barrels and industrial/agricultural tires

Ability to follow instructions and safe operating procedures

Demonstrated ability to provide quality customer service

Ability to work overtime as needed

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

Valid DOT Medical Card per DOT/FMCSA guidelines. (Please visit the DOT/FMCSA website for a complete list of requirements)