Premise - Driver

Job Details

Job Location:

135 Laredo - Laredo, TX 78041

Position Type:
Full Time

Applicants must have a valid driver's license for this position. You may need to obtain a Motor Vehicle Report from your license state of issuance if that state does not provide MVRs to third parties.

Texas driver's license must be obtained in order to maintain eligibility to drive on behalf of Spec's per the insurance company. Texas requires all new resident drivers to obtain a Texas license within 90 days of residing in the state.

The individuals who perform this job are experienced drivers that can function as part of a team as well as effectively function independently. This position requires the safe and timely delivery of assigned loads to final destinations.

• Know and actively demonstrate, daily, our Company Mission Statement and our Core Values.
• Maintain uniform standard, as detailed in the Employee Manual, for all worked hours.
• Maintain a clear driving record.
• Maintain safe driving practices and speeds.
• Maintain a neat and orderly vehicle.
• Move supplies and equipment when needed to ensure efficient storage space in delivery vehicle.
• Receive and verify contents of all shipments to be delivered.
• Make notes on invoices showing variances and products damaged during store deliveries.
• Return products damaged during deliveries, including TABC tax stamps.
• Maintain driver route sheet after every stop.
• Ensure compliance with standardized filing system for store-to-store transfer paperwork and pick-ups.
• May be required to assist in unloading based on location needs.
• Receive payment for deliveries and verify amounts accurately.
• Inform manager of inventory issues or discrepancies with invoices encountered on route.
• Provide feedback to management regarding issues with delivery vans and box trucks.
• Carry out directives of management efficiently.
• Fulfill responsibilities with care and attention to detail.
• Practice teamwork and cooperation with others.
• Create and maintain strong professional relationships with our customers.
• Provide superb customer service.
• Possess time management skills and be able to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to manage stress in a fast-paced environment.
• Work in accordance with all safety regulations of Specs Family Partners and OSHA.
• Communicate with and understand team members and guests. See invoices, product, payment methods, and signage.
• Be able to use industrial machines to move full pallets that weigh up to 2400 pounds.
• Other projects or job duties assigned by management.
• Attendance and timeliness are required. This is not a role you can do from home.

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed above satisfactorily. State law says you must be over the age of 21 to work at Specs.

Education or Experience

• 1–2 years of driving experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Language Skills

• Ability to read, comprehend and write simple instructions or memos.
• Ability to talk and communicate with coworkers and guests. Bilingual is a plus but not required.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in whole numbers and in fractions and decimals without a calculator. Counting is a plus for inventory purposes.

Attitudinal and Personal Skills

• Responsible, reliable, and committed to providing excellent service.
• Patience, friendliness, and an outgoing personality.
• Self-starter with a strong work ethic who completes tasks and seeks new ones.

Hours

• Full Time is typically 40 hours per week. Availability required for Friday or Saturday; 80% or more of all shifts each week.
• Part Time is up to 25 hours per week.
• Schedule depends on business needs; working outside of scheduled time requires Store Manager approval.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral, or diagram form. Knowledge of when to come in from the rain is a plus.

Certificates, Licenses

• Valid Class C Driver's License.

Physical Demands

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; occasionally up to 100 pounds with proper tools.
• Be able to use an industrial machine to move pallets up to 2400 pounds.
• Standing, walking, bending, reaching, climbing, and other physical activities as required.

Work Environment

Must be able to drive in all types of weather. Noise level typically moderate to loud.