Job Details Level
Entry
Job Location
Texas Office - Grand Prairie, TX
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
High School
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Transportation
Job Summary
Pickup and delivery of packages of various sizes and weights from customers in many different locations, to be completed in a timely and courteous manner.
Ensures all equipment used is in working order and inspected daily.
Uses care in moving packages and always works with safety in mind.
This is a W2 position. All drivers are employees of Quicksilver.
Essential Functions: Possess and maintain a valid driver's license with a safe driving record.Operate motor vehicles safely and legally.Be able to quickly locate specific addresses.Be able to communicate and complete assigned tasks via a smartphone application (training provided).Hand-load/unload material, as required.Walk and climb stairs.Have the ability to lift and carry up to 70 lbs.
regularly, as required.Must have sufficient literacy skills to read addresses and specific instructions efficiently, and complete required paperwork.Maintain communication and a cooperative, professional relationship with customers, the general public, and fellow Quicksilver employees. Accountabilities: Deliver packages safely and on time.Know, understand, and follow all company policies.Be available to work assigned and on-call shifts, clearing any changes with supervisory personnel.A uniform shirt, jacket, ID badge, black or navy slacks, and approved footwear must be worn at all times while on the job. Supervision: First-line supervision is dispatchers/customer service.
Additional supervision is received from assigned Quicksilver personnel and managers as needed. Miscellaneous: Our drivers carry, 100, 300, and 50 limits, Quicksilver listed as Additional Insured.Two 25x12 water-based decals will be affixed to your vehicle doors.
Operator License info will also be affixed next to the decals. Job Specifications Education & Experience: No formal requirements; must be literate and fluent in English.
No delivery experience required but helpful.Must be 21 years of age or older.7 year proven safe driving record.
No more than 1 minor moving violation within the last 3 years or DUI/Careless Driving within 5 years. Physical Requirements: Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.Ability to lift 70 lbs.
as required.Walking and climbing stairs.Be able to sit in vehicle for extended periods of time and move in and out of vehicle as needed.Pass Department of Transportation physical and/or drug and alcohol screen (when required).Pass a Work Simulation screening (when required) Working Conditions: Most working time spent in vehicle or loading/unloading packages.Required to drive safely in all kinds of conditions (adverse weather conditions, traffic, etc.
).No smoking is allowed on the job.
Smoking is not allowed in vehicles.W2, Employee position Equipment Used: Smartphone dispatch and communication applications (Smart Phone Required)2 or 4 wheeled cartSpecimen coolersRamps on 16 ft. trucks, back and side doors on vans.