Driver JobThe driver is responsible for transporting finished furniture to the customer and local warehouses. Essential functions include observance of all safety rules and policies, final inspection of finished chassis, preparation of finished chassis for transportation, delivery of finished chassis to customer, unloading of finished chassis at appropriate destination, coordination of necessary paperwork, receipt and delivery of miscellaneous goods, rotation into production team structure, assistance in repair work, maintenance of good housekeeping practices, and working under physically and mentally stressful situations. Competencies include working as a part of a team, clear verbal and written communication skills, reading and processing written communication, meeting production goals and time deadlines, working with minimum supervision, demonstrating competency in transportation and over-the-road responsibilities, welding competency and knowledge of welding systems, operating a Lift Truck or Tractor, problem solving skills, tact and diplomacy, and adapting to changes. Qualifications include a Lift Truck Operators License preferred (training available). This role does not have any supervisory responsibility upon hiring. Physical demands include standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, lifting and/or moving items over 50 pounds, and specific vision abilities. Protective Equipment supplied by the company includes coating suit, coating boots, spray socks, respirator, work gloves, safety glasses, and ear plugs. Employees may be required to provide additional Protective Equipment. This is a full-time position with local travel. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, protected veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law.
