Route Driver - Columbia, TN

Job Summary:

The Route Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of products to customers on an assigned route. This position is 100% touch freight, requiring the manual handling of products and the operation of equipment such as hand trucks. The driver must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and maintain a current medical card.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Safely operate a commercial vehicle to transport and deliver products to customers according to the assigned route schedule.
• Load and unload freight, requiring frequent lifting of individual items up to 100 lbs. and maneuvering loaded hand trucks up and down a ramp.
• Ensure all deliveries are completed accurately and in compliance with company policies and customer requirements.
• Collect payments from customers as required and turn in collected funds following company procedures.
• Maintain accurate records, including delivery logs and trip reports.
• Adhere to all federal, state, and local traffic laws and company safety policies.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report any maintenance issues.
• Work in various weather conditions, including extreme temperatures, rain, snow, and ice.
• Perform continuous physical activities, including standing, walking, bending, and lifting throughout the shift.
• Provide excellent customer service by interacting professionally with customers and resolving delivery-related issues as needed.