Delivery Driver

Description:

Colours, Inc. is a leading distributor of automotive and industrial coatings, providing high-quality products, training, and service to customers across the region. We pride ourselves on reliable delivery, technical expertise, and a commitment to helping our customers succeed.

Position Summary:

The Driver is responsible for the safe, timely, and accurate delivery of automotive and industrial paint products and related supplies to customers. This role serves as a representative of the company during deliveries and requires professionalism, reliability, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to customer service. The Driver ensures products are transported and delivered in excellent condition while maintaining positive customer interactions.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a company delivery vehicle to transport products to body shops, industrial facilities, and other customer locations.
• Verify and load customer orders accurately based on invoices or packing slips.
• Unload deliveries at customer sites, ensuring products are delivered in good condition.
• Maintain delivery logs, mileage reports, and delivery records as required.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections and report any maintenance or safety concerns.
• Assist in warehouse duties when needed (e.g., stocking, picking, packing).
• Follow all DOT and company safety regulations and policies
• Provide excellent service and represent Colours, Inc. in a professional and courteous manner.
• Perform other duties within store as assigned during driver downtime.

Requirements:

Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Previous experience in route delivery required; warehouse or distribution is a plus.
• Good communication skills and a strong customer service mindset.
• Punctual, dependable, and able to work independently
• Knowledge of local delivery routes and territory is helpful

Key Competencies:

• Demonstrates strong safety awareness and adheres to all DOT, traffic, and company safety regulations.
• Provides excellent customer service; courteous, professional, and responsive at all customer touchpoints.
• Shows strong attention to detail when verifying orders, loading, and completing delivery paperwork.
• Manages time efficiently and can adapt to changes in routes or delivery schedules.
• Communicates clearly with warehouse staff, dispatch, and customers.
• Works well in a team environment and is willing to assist in warehouse operations as needed.
• Comfortable with basic technology tools, such as handheld devices, routing apps, and delivery logs.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. and performing delivery tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintains a clean driving record and always represents Colours, Inc. in a professional manner.