DARE COUNTY SCHOOLS

Title: Driver/ Maintenance

Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor

WAREHOUSE DRIVER/ GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Purpose Statement

The job of Warehouse Worker / Delivery Driver I is done for the purpose/s of transporting orders over designated routes; ensuring safe operation of vehicles; and loading and unloading orders; maintaining required inventory levels; ensuring specifications, quantity and quality of orders are correct; verifying stock and identifying losses; and maintaining and organizing warehouse layout.

Essential Functions

DELIVERY

• Drives delivery vehicle for the purpose of transporting orders to designated sites.
• Receives stock and non-stock items for the purpose of ensuring specifications, quantity and quality of orders are correct.
• Drives vehicles (e.g. truck, van, forklift, etc.) for the purpose of transporting orders and materials to designated sites.
• Delivers a variety of items (e.g. boxes, packages, cargo, office supplies, furniture, equipment, testing materials etc.) for the purpose of distributing items to assigned locations and/or individuals.
• Transports a variety of items (e.g. records/files, supplies, equipment, materials, testing materials, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or delivering materials as required.
• Loads and unloads delivery trucks for the purpose of receiving stock and/or filling orders for transport.
• Prepares orders by either pulling from stock or securing test boxes for the purpose of meeting delivery requirements.
• Maintains delivery vehicles (e.g. checking fluid levels, fueling, cleaning, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring safe operation of vehicle.
• Cleans warehouse for the purpose of maintaining a safe and sanitary work area.

MAINTENANCE

• Trims and edges. Prunes shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth. Removes damaged leaves, branches, or twigs. 
• Sprays lawns, plants, shrubs, and trees with fertilizer, herbicides, and pesticides, using hand or automatic sprayer. 
• Performs ground maintenance duties, using tractor equipped with attachments, such as mowers, and Fertilizer spreaders.
• Operates heavy power equipment. Drives dump trucks and transports tractor and ground maintenance equipment. 
• Makes minor repairs to mowers and other equipment

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, non-technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating equipment used in warehouse operations; operating standard office equipment including pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: basic computer use; basic vehicle maintenance; and safety practices and procedures.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with similar types of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. In working with others, some problem solving may be required to identify issues and select action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; physical stamina; and the ability to read, write and communicate clearly in English.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; providing information and/or advising others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to impact the Organization’s services.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 50% sitting, 30% walking, and 20% standing. 

Education/Experience

Any combination equivalent to High School diploma or equivalent and one year of experience receiving, storing and delivering supplies in a warehouse environment.

CERTIFICATES

Valid Driver’s License & Evidence of Insurability, Forklift Operator’s Certificate

CLEARANCES

Background Clearance