Delivery Driver II

Salinas, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $17.75 - $22.25

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

employee discount

flexible schedule

Career development programs

Commuter Benefits

Job Description

Sherwin-Williams is a leading global specialty company that develops, manufactures, and sells paints, coatings, and related products to professional, industrial, commercial, and retail customers worldwide. Founded in 1866, Sherwin-Williams has grown into a trusted brand recognized for its quality products and commitment to innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. The company operates numerous stores and distribution centers across the United States and internationally, creating a dynamic and supportive work environment for employees. Sherwin-Williams invests heavily in its workforce, supporting their growth, health, and career development through comprehensive benefits and learning opportunities. The corporate culture fosters inclusivity, teamwork, and a shared mission to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters.

This position is based at Store #708159, located at 8589 Monterey St, Gilroy, CA 95020, and involves delivering products to customers from Sherwin-Williams stores. The role requires the safe and timely transportation of products using box and flat-bed trucks, ensuring that all deliveries are packed correctly and reach the correct customers. Drivers are expected to maintain high levels of customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and handling inquiries and complaints professionally. They are also responsible for maintaining the store vehicle, ensuring timely repairs and servicing, and adhering strictly to transportation laws and safe driving practices.

The job includes handling a variety of responsibilities such as loading customer orders correctly, completing required delivery documentation, operating equipment including trucks and forklifts, and occasionally performing additional store duties like warehouse tasks, tinting, mixing customer orders, and assisting customers in-store. Given that the role involves contact with customers, including minors, and access to cash, merchandise, and sensitive information, Sherwin-Williams conducts a thorough criminal history review to ensure safety and trustworthiness.

This position offers the opportunity to work as part of an inclusive team dedicated to growth, career development, and community connection. Sherwin-Williams supports its employees with a comprehensive benefits package aimed at enhancing health, well-being, career progression, and overall satisfaction. From retirement plans to health care and daily commute benefits, employees enjoy a supportive work environment that values their contributions and helps them thrive in their roles. The company also emphasizes flexible scheduling, recognizing the importance of work-life balance for its workforce. Sherwin-Williams is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, providing equal consideration without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories. The role’s wage range and compensation take into account various factors including skill, experience, and geographic location, ensuring fair and competitive pay.

Job Requirements

Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age
Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future
Must have a valid, unrestricted driver’s license
Must have a valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MEC) from a Department of Transportation (DOT) licensed medical examiner listed on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) National Registry or be willing to obtain one within five business days of receiving a conditional offer of employment
Must be able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to retrieve material from shelves and floor stacks and lift and carry up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 70 lbs. on occasion
Must be willing to work all scheduled hours, which may include evenings and weekends, with or without reasonable accommodation
Must read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals in English, to respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records

Job Qualifications

Have at least a high school diploma or GED
Have at least one year of experience working as a delivery driver
Have at least one year of work experience using material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, order pickers, vacu-hoists, drum dollies, conveyor belts, etc.
Have previous work experience selling paint and paint-related products
Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in more than one language
Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in Spanish

Job Duties

Ensure deliveries are prepared to meet customer requirements in the most efficient manner
Load customer orders properly on the truck
Ensure appropriate forms are completed
Load, transport, and deliver items to customers in a safe, timely manner
Maintain the store vehicle and alert the supervisor to repair and servicing needs
Provide excellent customer service, answer questions, and handle complaints from customers
Abide by all transportation laws and maintain a safe driving record
Adhere to assigned routes and following time schedules
Prepare reports and other documents relating to deliveries
Operate equipment and machines, such as cars, trucks, forklifts, etc.
Perform other tasks in the store, including warehouse duties, tinting, mixing customer orders and waiting on customers