Job Search

Route Driver - 1st Shift

Northfield, MN 55057

Job Category: Customer Service Job ID: 42123551 Pay Rate: $20.00 / hour Jobs Office: Faribault

Job Description

Grow your career with a great company! Doherty Staffing Solutions is partnering with a leading water treatment company for an exciting employment opportunity in Northfield, MN. We are seeking candidates for Route Driver positions to work on the 1st shift. The hours for this position are 7:30 am-5:00 pm, Monday-Friday. Compensation for this direct hire role is $20.00 per hour. Interested? Read below for more information!
Company Description
This company was established in 1936 and strives to provide better water for customers in a variety of locations including their homes, offices, restaurants, and industrial facilities around the world. They have grown to become a worldwide leader in water treatment needs.  
What you will do as a Route Driver: 
  • Operate one or more types of company vehicles according to safety standards
  • Inspect the softener and filters
  • Directly interface with customers and perform routine customer service and order entry duties
  • Deliver and exchange products (portable exchange tanks, salt, chemicals, filters, water, etc.) on a regularly scheduled basis to customers
  • Make minor equipment repairs when necessary, including replacing hoses and gaskets, cleaning brine tanks, resetting controls, setting up coolers, etc.
  • Document all repairs and deliveries in route book each day
  • Collect and document receipts of money from customers and submit to manager daily
  • Complete all paperwork in a legible manner: delivery tickets, route book, vehicle safety log, etc. as required
  • Inspect/organize and clean vehicle
What you need to be a Route Driver: 
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Must have a valid drivers license (in some cases CDL required)
  • Ability to complete DOT licensing requirements
  • Must abide by all company policies as contained in the Employee and Safety Handbooks, including wearing the required uniform
  • Ability to operate carts, dollies, forklifts, lift gates, hand trucks, hand tools
  • Ability to regularly lift up to 40 lbs. and capable of moving up to 175 lbs.
  • Comfortable driving and standing for extended periods as well as working in extreme weather conditions
  • Route Driver II differential: 5 years+ experience, basic troubleshooting skills, provide 10-point inspection, and ability to train new drivers

Take the next step in your career…apply today! Click APPLY NOW to complete our mobile-friendly online application. For questions or additional information about the Route Driver roles, please call or text our Woodbury jobs office directly at 651-771-2368.

Doherty Staffing Solutions offers our valued contract employees health coverage through Benefits in a Card (preventative benefit and minimum value plans), along with weekly paychecks, a prepaid Paycard from rapid!, TopLine Federal Credit Union membership eligibility, and opportunities to earn appreciation bonuses through our referral and review programs. Learn more and find helpful links to additional resources at www.doherty.com/job-seekers/employee-benefits.  
Apply Online

Send an email reminder to:

Share This Job:

Related Jobs:

About Northfield, MN

Explore exciting job opportunities in Northfield, Minnesota! Nestled in the picturesque countryside of Rice County, Northfield offers a perfect blend of small-town charm and big-city amenities. Known for its rich history, vibrant arts scene, and prestigious colleges like Carleton and St. Olaf, this thriving community is a haven for those seeking career growth and cultural experiences. From the historic Northfield Arts Guild to the beautiful Riverwalk along the Cannon River, there is no shortage of enchanting attractions to enjoy in this welcoming Midwest gem. Don't miss out on the chance to build your career in a place where community pride and endless possibilities abound. Check out our job listings today and start your journey towards a fulfilling career in Northfield, Minnesota!