At Batesville, you will be a part of a dynamic team committed to excellence and innovation. A recognized leader in the death care industry in North America, we are committed to our mission of helping families honor the lives of those they love. We are currently seeking a Local Delivery Driver (Non-CDL) to join our team in Livonia, MI.
Your Role at Batesville:
As a Delivery Driver, you will be responsible for driving a Commercial Motor Vehicle in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations as well as company policies and procedures to transport products to customer locations in a safe, timely, and courteous manner.
How You'll be Rewarded:
- Batesville is a family. You will be part of a family of highly committed associates who are passionate about our company, committed to our customers and excited about our future.
- The expected pay for this role is $20.49 per hour. Actual compensation within this range may be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to qualifications, skills, experience, and location.
- IMMEDIATE ELIGIBILITY -Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance, as well as prescription coverage, short-term disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more.
- Generous 401K Matching Program
- Paid time off
- Opportunities for development and advancement
What You'll Do:
- Safely operate Commercial Motor Vehicles (Straight Truck or Van).
- Deliver and unload caskets in a safe manner
- Develop and nurture customer relationships. Our customers are funeral Homes, associates will be working with Funeral Home managers and personnel and may be exposed to sensitive funeral home issues. The job requires discreet and professional interactions with our customers.
- Effectively meet CSC and customer demands. Such as meeting time requirements, efficient routes, effective communication with CSC Leaders and Customers.
- Responsible for local operational performance in the following areas: DOT regulations, health and safety, vehicle inspection and maintenance, work standards, procedures and policies, and customer satisfaction.
- Proficiency or knowledge and ability to become proficient in utilizing electronic logging devices (ELD's) and related technology. Including the ability to accurately record hours of service, perform necessary data entry, and troubleshoot any ELD related issues while adhering to all requirements.
- Participation in additional safe driver training or orientation may be required, to ensure familiarity with company safety policies and procedures.
- Vehicles may be equipped with rear and forward-facing cameras to enhance safety and monitor driving behavior.
- Loading/unloading, general warehouse work, assisting with inventory management
- Other duties may be assigned.
What You'll Bring:
- Minimum 3 years of commercial driving experience.
- Valid Driver's License.
- Clean MVR or Driver Abstract with no major violations or accidents within the past three years.
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Professional appearance and attitude.
- Excellent attention to safety and details.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including any days, shift, and weekends to ensure customer demand is met.
- Ability to build and maintain effective customer relationships.
- Must successfully pass a vehicle road test.
- Must maintain a current DOT physical and keep on file with issuing state motor vehicle department.
- Ability to lift and/or move miscellaneous equipment and product weighing up to 50 lbs. frequently and over 100 lbs. occasionally.
- Minimum age requirement for drivers is 21 years old, in compliance with US DOT requirements.
Nice to Haves:
- Customer service experience.
- Class B CDL/ Previous CDL driving experience.
- Basic computer skills.
Other:
- This position is designated as safety-sensitive, meaning that the employee's performance directly affects the safety of themselves, coworkers, and/or the public.
Physical Requirements:
· To perform this job successfully, the physical demands listed are representative of those that must be met by an employee. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to handle and feel, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. The employee will frequently be lifting/moving miscellaneous equipment and product up to 50 lbs. and will occasionally be lifting/moving objects over 100 lbs. This job may require the employee to see with clarity at both near and far distances.
· The employee must meet requirements as specified by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and/or Transport Canada, including vision requirements and random drug and alcohol screenings where applicable.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.49 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Fuel card
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
