Overview
Truck Driver for Deliveries Jobs in Downingtown, PA at Robert E. Little, Inc.
Job Overview
We at Robert E. Little, Inc. John Deere Dealerships of Southeastern PA are seeking a motivated and dependable Truck Driver for Deliveries to join our dynamic logistics team at our Little’s of Downingtown location! In this vital role, you will be responsible for safely transporting freight across various routes, ensuring timely deliveries, and maintaining compliance with all federal and state transportation regulations. Your expertise in truck driving and cargo handling will drive our operations forward with energy and precision. If you take pride in delivering excellence on the road, this is the opportunity for you to make a significant impact!
Duties
- Operate and maintain <26,000 GVW rollback truck across designated routes, adhering to FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) and PA DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations.
- Safely load, secure, unload, and inspect cargo utilizing manual handling techniques and equipment such as forklifts when necessary.
- Navigate using GPS systems to optimize local routes, ensuring punctual deliveries while maintaining safety standards, and account for time and distance with routes travelled.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of truck
- Transport cargo to and from customers and/or between dealership facilities efficiently while following proper logistics cargo handling procedures to prevent damage or accidents.
- Maintain accurate delivery logs, shipment documentation, and compliance records for all trips.
- Maintain PA DOT Medical Card and adhere to company policies.
- Communicate effectively with Service Department Manager to coordinate deliveries and resolve any issues promptly.
- Be available alternating Saturdays based on business needs, and mandatory Saturdays during our spring busy season; plenty of opportunity for overtime!
- May need to instruct customers on basic equipment operating procedures.
- Work independently without constant supervision.
Skills
- Experience in rollback truck driving with an understanding of route driving and freight delivery processes preferred.
- Possess average to good computer skills.
- Knowledge of FMCSA regulations and PA DOT requirements and safety protocols related to compliant transportation.
- Skilled in GPS navigation systems for efficient route planning and real-time adjustments.
- Ability to perform manual handling tasks safely during load & unload operations using appropriate equipment like forklifts when applicable.
- Possess a clean driving record, and maintain a valid PA DOT Medical Card; experience with rollback trucks preferred.
- Strong understanding of logistics cargo handling procedures to ensure safe loading/unloading practices.
- Maintain a positive attitude and interact well with customers and co-workers.
- Must be able to life 75-100 pounds; must be able to push and pull lawn & garden equipment weighing up to 400 pounds.
Join us at Robert E. Little, Inc. John Deere Dealerships of Southeastern PA, in business since 1946, as a Truck Driver for Deliveries and become an essential part of our logistics network! Your dedication to safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction will help us deliver on our promise of reliable service every mile of the way.
Robert E. Little, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind as outlined by federal, state, and local laws. We are a drugfree workplace with a drugfree workplace policy.
We offer a competitive benefits package for full-time employees including health insurance, paid time off, 401k plan, life insurance, and employee discounts after successful completion of 90-day probationary period with the company.
Pay: $23.00 – $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Rollback Driving: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
- English (Required)
License/Certification:
- Drivers License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Downingtown, PA 19335 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Truck Driver for Deliveries
Company: Robert E. Little, Inc.
Location: Downingtown, PA
