Equipment Delivery Driver - Military Veterans
at John Deere
Position Specifics:
Department: Service
Reports to: Service Manager
Type of Employment: Full-Time
Wage Type: Hourly
Location: Durant, Iowa
At Sinclair Tractor, we pride ourselves on being the destination in Southeast Iowa for agricultural equipment, precision farming, agronomic decision support, NAPA parts and supplies. With thirteen John Deere dealerships, five NAPA parts locations and a Supply Store, we are looking for motivated and talented people to join our team.
Purpose:
Operates vehicles to transport equipment for dealership. May instruct customers on basic equipment operating procedures.
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Transports equipment to/from customers and/or between dealer facilities; may also pick-up new equipment from a John Deere factory
- Supports the sales department with equipment delivery as needed
- Maintains activity records and obtains necessary signatures and receipts
- Maintains all required certifications in line with DOT, OSHA and company policy
- Accountable for all time and distance traveled in performing assigned duties
- May instruct customers on basic equipment operating procedures as required
- May participate in Service EDUCATE Training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge
- Operates and maintains vehicles, tools and equipment required to perform job responsibilities
- Maintains a clean work area and performs work in a neat and orderly fashion
- Follows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments
- Maintains knowledge of John Deere and competitive products
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent work experience.
- CDL A License
- Clean Driving Record
- Minimum 1-year experience as semi-trailer truck operator, hauling heavy equipment
- Ability to work independently and exercise excellent judgment in order to reflect the companys values
- Dependability and consistency is a must
- Familiar with pallet jack and forklift
- Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
- Must be able to sit for extended periods of time
- Workshop and outside setting
- Repetitive bending and/or kneeling
- Must be able to lift 75-pounds
- Travel as needed
This is not an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, skills, or working conditions. M anagement reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks be performed as assigned . Sinclair Tractor provides equal employment opportunities to applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to any protected classes. This job description is not an employment contract and the employment relationship remains at will. Sinclair Tractor will reasonably accommodate the known disabilities of qualified disabled individuals.
Keyword: Transportation, Dispatch, Truck Driver
Required Experience:
From: Sinclair Tractor
Alexandria, VA
We at John Deere are passionate about finding a way to give back to those who have served our Country. Working for a John Deere dealership or factory is bigger than just a job. It's growth in oneself, on a path to achieving all you hoped to accomplish. It's pride in your community, from the first customer you serve to supporting the community. It's knowing that what you do helps to feed, clothe, and shelter the world. It all starts with you. Starting here. Starting now!
Interested in joining the industry's best? At John Deere, veterans will find:
• A higher sense of purpose – helping those the farmers and infra-structure workers that feed and shelter the world
• A team-based environment focused on supporting the customer
• A never-ending desire for continuous improvement - We are looking for leaders, change agents, different perspectives
• Market leading pay and benefits
John Deere actively welcomes transitioning active duty service members to participate in internship opportunities at our dealership and factory locations across the United States. Timing of the internship is mutually agreed upon between the service member, her/his commander. Potential opportunities include:
• Dealer technicians – Nationwide opportunities
• Factory production roles at 16 major facilities– assembly, welders, machinists, skilled trades
• Support roles – IT, supply chain, logistics, engineering, human resources
How to apply:
Check out our open opportunities to the right for more information and to apply.
Once you click ‘Apply Now’, John Deere will receive a notification with your information. In order to be considered for next steps, please make sure you have an updated resume uploaded to your RecruitMilitary profile. Once John Deere reviews your resume and profile, a recruiter will reach out to provide you with more information and to schedule you for an interview.
Discuss Your Career Options with a Veteran at John Deere Today!
All interested service members and veterans can learn more and fill out a contact card at https://www.deere.com/MilitaryCSP. We will connect you with a John Deere veteran to discuss all potential options/matches.