Overview: A Delivery Driver plays a crucial role in ensuring the timely and safe delivery of goods or products to customers, businesses, or designated locations. This position requires a responsible and dependable individual who can operate a delivery vehicle efficiently while maintaining a high level of customer service and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Driving and Navigation:
- Safely operate a company-provided vehicle with boat and trailer
- Plan and follow the most efficient routes using GPS or navigation systems to ensure timely deliveries.
- Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations to maintain a clean driving record.
- Loading and Unloading:
- Customer Service:
- Greet customers courteously upon delivery and provide excellent customer service.
- Answer customer inquiries, address concerns, and handle returns or exchanges professionally.
- Documentation:
- Maintain accurate and organized delivery logs, records, and receipts for accounting and auditing purposes.
- Collect and record customer signatures as proof of delivery.
- Vehicle Maintenance:
- Perform routine vehicle inspections, including checking for fuel, oil, and tire pressure, and report any issues to the supervisor.
- Keep the delivery vehicle clean and in good working condition.
- Safety and Compliance:
- Follow all safety protocols, including wearing appropriate safety gear and securing loads properly.
- Time Management:
- Manage time effectively to ensure on-time deliveries.
- Problem Solving:
- Handle unexpected challenges, such as traffic delays, vehicle breakdowns, or difficult customers, with professionalism and efficiency.
Qualifications:
- Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record. Ability to operate a truck and boat trailer. Ability to operate a boat with pleasure craft operators card an asset.
- Good knowledge of local traffic laws and regulations.
- Strong time management skills.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Dependability and reliability.
Working Conditions:
Delivery Drivers typically work in various weather conditions and may need to lift heavy objects. The job may involve early morning, late-night, or weekend shifts, depending on the seasonal requirements.