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Distribution Center Freight Driver

Genuine Parts Company
Posted a day ago, valid for a year
Location

Anchorage, AK 99529, US

Salary

$32,000 - $38,400 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

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  • The job involves timely delivery of parts to stores to maintain operations and support local market dominance.
  • Candidates must have a High School Diploma or equivalent work experience, with a requirement to pass the air brake component of the general knowledge test.
  • The position requires the ability to lift/carry freight weighing up to 75 pounds and push/pull up to 300 pounds using mechanical aids.
  • While the job description does not specify a salary, it emphasizes the importance of communication skills and compliance with DOT regulations.
  • Candidates should be able to work both independently and in a team environment, with previous experience in a similar role preferred.

Job Description:

Provides timely delivery of parts to stores to ensure continued operations to dominate their local markets. Picks up and delivers freight from the distribution center and customer’s businesses.

      Responsibilities:

  • Communicates with distribution center and customers to determine delivery needs. Performs daily pre-trip and safety inspections on equipment.
  • Performs freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including but not limited to: lift gate, pallet jack and hand truck.
  • Secures freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies, including but not limited to: pallets, straps and rope.
  • Drives assigned route to ensure timely delivery of product from DC to stores. Recoups/repairs damaged freight when necessary.
  • Verifies and completes required documentation and reports.

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent work experience required.
  • Specifically, must pass the air brake component of the general knowledge test. 
  • Must meet all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulatory requirements under section 391 of the Federal Motor Carrier (FMC) regulations including current medical certificate. Ability to work with computer scanning equipment.
  • Ability to follow instructions and complete required training.
  • Must be able to work both independently and in a Team environment.
  • Must be able to have basic written and verbal communication skills (documentation, communication with peers, supervisors and customers).
  • Ability to lift / carry by hand freight weighing up to 75 pounds several times a week. Able to push/pull up to 300 lbs using mechanical aids, such as hand trucks, barrel dollies, hydraulic lifts, etc.
  • Ability to sit for extended periods of time, bend, twist, squat, climb in and out of truck.

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GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.




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