Delivery Driver - Morning Shift

About Shepherd Electric Supply

Since 1892, Shepherd Electric Supply has been the first call when complex, time-critical electrical challenges need to be solved, and reliability truly matters. We move materials accurately and on time, so contractors stay on schedule, projects stay on track, and customers never have to wonder if we will come through.

Our success comes from people who take pride in doing things the right way — safely, accurately, and with care for teammates and customers alike. If you want to do work that matters at a company that notices, this is the place.

Work Shift and Hours:

• Monday - Friday, 4:00am - 1:00pm

Compensation Details:

• The expected pay rate for this position is starting at $26.00 per hour depending on experience.

Key Outcomes - Organized by what matters, not just what you do.

Safe, On-Time Delivery

• Transport materials on local routes using box and flatbed trucks (manual and automatic transmissions)

• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently at each stop

• Handle materials with care to prevent damage in transit

• Complete routes accurately and on time — no customer left wondering

Compliance & Standards

• Always Maintain a valid DOT certification and current Medical Certification cards

• Operate all vehicles in accordance with DOT regulations and Shepherd safety policies

• Follow proper lifting techniques and physical handling standards

• Complete all required documentation accurately

Warehouse Support

• Fulfill warehouse duties as needed: pallet wrapping, picking, and packing customer orders

• Support second-shift operations when required

• Contribute to warehouse flow and team coverage without being asked

• Support Direct Through Stock (DTS) operations at the Sterling facility — loading, unloading, and staging DTS materials accurately

• Transport DTS materials to lighting and gear project job sites as needed

Communication & Professionalism

• Representing Shepherd professionally at every customer touchpoint

• Communicate proactively with dispatch and warehouse leadership on route status or issues

• Flag problems early — do not let a small issue become a missed delivery

What Success Looks Like - After 90 days, you and your supervisor should both be able to point to these markers:

• Routes are completed on time with no recurring delivery errors or customer complaints

• DOT compliance and vehicle documentation are always current and accurate

• Materials are handled safely — damage incidents are rare

• Warehouse team trusts that you pitch in without being directed

• Customers and teammates describe you as reliable, professional, and easy to work with

Who Thrives Here - This role is a strong fit if:

• You take pride in showing up on time, every time — for your team and your customers

• You handle pressure calmly and do not cut corners when routes get busy

• You treat every customer stop like it matters — because it does

• You communicate clearly and flag problems early instead of hoping they resolve themselves

• You support your warehouse teammates without being asked

Qualifications & Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Current DOT certification and Medical Certification cards required

• Minimum 3 years of driving experience with a clean motor vehicle record

• Ability to drive box and flatbed trucks with manual and automatic transmissions

• Knowledge of air brake systems

• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs. using proper technique

• Forklift certification preferred

• Flexibility for second shift work as needed

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to successfully complete pre-employment screening requirements

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals occupying this position of employment. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skill required of all individuals assigned to this job title. Management reserves the right to modify all or part of this job description at its discretion in order to meet location requirements, staffing levels, and/or any other needs of the business. All of the essential functions of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or equivalent state law, may not have been described. All requests for reasonable accommodation(s) will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Why should you join Shepherd Electrical Supply?

Apply now and find out what’s next for you.

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