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The Driver transports the finished product to designated customers according to a trucking schedule prepared by the Shipping Supervisor and/or Shipping Manager. The Driver will perform various other operational functions to ensure the effective operation of the Shipping Department by ensuring that prescribed schedules, policies and procedures are followed.
Relocation:
Not included.
Compensation:
Based on experience
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Essential Functions
- Inspect vehicle weekly and complete Weekly Vehicle Checklist, notifying Oxford Farm Manager and Maintenance Manager of any maintenance issues that need reporting
- Complete a thorough vehicle inspection prior to each customer delivery trip
- Responsible for ensuring vehicle has documentation prior to customer delivery trip (i.e., DOT medical card, insurance card, registration)
- Ensure compliance with ELD Mandate
- Abide by all laws pertaining to use of a wireless device while operating a motor vehicle
- Be courteous to customers while making deliveries; exemplifying North Creek image
- Transfer plants between production facility and shipping department
- Perform additional duties as required
Experience
- Prior delivery driving experience required
Necessary Job Skills
- Ability to drive a box truck
- Ability to pass a Department of Transportation medical certification physical
- Possess a valid driver's license, with ability for record to pass insurance company standards
- Valid passport required or ability to obtain U.S. passport
- Ability to follow map directions
- Must be able to communicate effectively in English
- Be able to read, write and count accurately
- Basic understanding of computers, including email and wireless devices (tablets, text messaging)
- Experience in general automotive maintenance helpful
- Be a good communicator; can organize thoughts well and express them in a clear manner that is well received
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Desired Job Skills
- Adhere to standard work procedures, company policies and safety procedures
- Be reliable and consistent in attendance and punctuality, report to work on time; follow the timekeeping process
- Ability to work weekends or after hours when required
- Follow and sustain LEAN practices in day-to-day tasks
- Maintain a clean working area ("start clean, work clean, finish clean"), specifically the inside of delivery vehicles
- Keep the supervisor informed (e.g., report any vehicle maintenance issues immediately to Manager)
- Willing to go the "extra mile" to ensure our customers' loyalty and return business
- Be a team player with a "can-do" attitude; be flexible and adaptable in approach to work
- Ability to follow directions and carry out tasks assigned and at times performing those tasks satisfactorily without supervision, as well as ability to make knowledgeable decisions
- Ability to problem-solve
Education Requirements
Must be able to communicate effectively in English
Travel Requirements
Travel to Canada required