Purpose Statement

The job of Delivery Driver - Warehouse is done for the purpose/s of assisting in maintaining warehouse operations including loading and unloading orders, stocking inventory; ensuring specifications, quantity and quality of orders are correct; verifying stock and identifying losses; maintaining warehouse layout; transporting orders over designated and on-demand routes; ensuring safe operation of vehicles.

 

This job reports to the Director of Purchasing.

 

Essential Functions

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  Drives vehicles (e.g. trucks and vans) for the purpose of transporting orders and materials as required to various locations.

  
  


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  Receives purchased supplies and equipment to ensure the correct specifications, quantity, and quality of orders, and to inspect for damage.

  
  


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  Pulls requisitioned warehouse stock orders for delivery to requesting locations

  
  


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  Participates in physical warehouse stock inventories to verify stock and identify losses.

  
  


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  Maintains various files and records (e.g., inventory, purchase orders, schedules, requisitions) to document activities and provide reliable resource information.

  
  


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  Processes report requests, documents, mail, deliveries, and/or materials to disseminate information and/or materials to appropriate parties.

  
  

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  Loads and unloads delivery vehicles to transport a variety of items (e.g., records/files, supplies, equipment, materials, bank deposits, mail, etc.) to or between various locations, as required.

  
  


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  Sorts and delivers mail to meet daily delivery requirements.

  
  


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  Operates an automatic postage meter to ensure the correct postage is used for outgoing mail.

  
  


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  Stocks equipment and supplies for the postage machine to maintain required inventory levels.

  
  


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  Maintains an activity log, including appropriate authorization signatures, to document materials received and delivered.

  
  


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  Responds to inquiries from staff to provide information and/or direction regarding the status of deliveries.

  
  


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  Is responsible for ensuring proper vehicle maintenance (e.g., keeping vehicles fueled, clean, and scheduling preventive maintenance) to ensure the safe operation of the vehicle.

  
  


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  Assists in District warehouse activities and processes, as required, to maintain warehouse operations.

  
  

Other Functions

• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

 

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating equipment used in warehouse operations; operating standard office equipment including pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: basic computer use, basic vehicle maintenance, and safety practices and procedures.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; and physical stamina; and ability to read, write and communicate clearly in English.

 

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; providing information and/or advising others; Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization’s services.

 

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some climbing and balancing, significant stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 20% sitting, 40% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness

 

Experience:  Job related experience is desired.

 

Education:  High school diploma or equivalent.

 

Requirements:  Valid Driver's License & Evidence of Insurability

                          Criminal Justice Fingerprint / Background Clearance

 

This is a 12-month position.