Delivery Driver

Job Announcement: HR2024:156
Position Title: Delivery Driver
Advertising: Publicly
Department: Natural Resources
Division: Facilities
Immediate Supervisor: Sales and Marketing Manager
Department Director: Director- Natural Resources
Employment Status: Non-Exempt
Position Type: Regular Full–Time
Mandatory Reporter: No
Background Check Required: No**
Opening Date: Thursday, December 5, 2024
Closing Date: Thursday, December 19, 2024 by 5:00 p.m.

Preference shall be given in accordance with the Title 33 (Tribal Employment Rights) of the Tribal Code/DFWP.

Overall Objectives of Position

The Delivery Driver is responsible for delivering finish goods product to variety of customers following different delivery routes, it will load and unload products from delivery truck. Also, the delivery driver will serve as back up for the retail store clerk and plant coordinator position as well. This job description is not an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of this position. The Delivery Driver is expected to perform all duties and responsibilities necessary to meet the goals and objectives of applicable program.

The Delivery Driver is expected to live the Purpose and Values of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians and will go beyond the call of duty.

Primary Responsibilities of the Delivery Driver

• Delivers a wide variety of items to different addresses and through different routes.
• Prepares daily closing sales reports and deposit statements.
• Performs various other administrative duties including creating sales reports, sales orders, purchase orders, inventory reports.
• Greets customers and projects a positive image to the general public and Tribal Community.
• Follows routes and time schedule.
• Loads, unloads, prepares, inspects, and operates a delivery vehicle.
• Asks for feedback on provided services and resolves clients’ complaints.
• Collects payments when necessary.
• Informs customers about new products and services.
• Completes logs and reports.
• Follows DOT regulations and safety standards.
• Follows delivery driving routes and time schedules.
• Serves as back up for the Retail Store Clerk and Plant Coordinator.
• Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate person.

Day-to-day Responsibilities

• Same as above.

Education/License/Certification and Experience Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have proven employment experience as a Delivery Driver.
• Experience in retail/restaurant POS systems required.

Skills Required

• Ability to work in various weather conditions, hot, cold, wind, rain.
• Must have a working knowledge of computers with the ability to work in a Windows environment with various software programs such as Word, Excel, etc.
• Adherence to safety procedures and protocols. Ability to recognize and report any safety issues.
• Adept at multi-tasking, have unquestionable integrity, with an uncompromising commitment to quality.
• Able to understand oral and written instructions.
• Must be well organized and possess attention to details.
• Ability to work independently and to relate effectively with the public.
• Must have a good driving record with no traffic violations.
• Ability to serve as back up to the Retail Store Clerk and Plant Coordinator. Must be able to perform job duties listed on the job descriptions.
• Good physical condition with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and bend, stoop, lift, squat, twist and use a hand dolly.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Maintains a clean vehicle and equipment.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work odd and irregular hours including weekends, as needed.
• Ability to travel and participate in required training, leadership development, and other events.
• Must possess State of Alabama Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Must have an insurable driving record according to Tribal insurance guidelines.
• Ability to adequately and successfully perform all duties and responsibilities of this position.

Every applicant must complete an application provided by Human Resources. A resume will not be accepted in the place of an application.

**Please note ALL individuals selected for employment are required to complete a background investigation. Individuals being placed in positions designed as child-sensitive or data-sensitive must successfully complete a background check prior to employment.

INDIAN PREFERENCE, SPOUSAL PREFERENCE, OR FIRST GENERATION:

In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements, as stated in a job description, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) Non-Indian

In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) Non-Indian

In order to receive preference, the appropriate documentation must be submitted.

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