Part Time Fleet Driver III - Animal Health International
Patterson Companies, Inc.
Summary
Perform effective, safe and efficient driving duties. Deliver packages to customers on scheduled route while meeting service and performance objectives.
Job description
Job Summary
Perform effective, safe and efficient driving duties. Deliver packages to customers on scheduled route while meeting service and performance objectives.
Essential Functions
- Transact all business in accordance to Patterson Companies' business code of conduct and business ethics
- Drive assigned vehicle and deliver/pick up shipments
- Point of contact for customer service and help resolve customer complaints
- Collect money from customers
- Load and unload assigned vehicle. Ensure all loads are properly secure for transport.
- Operate all warehouse equipment/machinery
- Achieve assigned performance metrics and KPIs
- Help maintain a secure, organized, clean, and safe warehouse and vehicle
- Handle all hazardous materials, pesticides, and prescription drugs according to the Company's processes/procedures and applicable laws and regulations
- Assure routine maintenance is performed on assigned vehicle per schedule and vehicle is always in a good and safe condition
- Adherence with DOT drug & alcohol testing
- Follow all local, state and federal motor carrier laws
- Submit all required daily, weekly and monthly compliance reports
- Follow company biosecurity policies and customer biosecurity protocols as required
- Assist fulfillment center in daily operations when not performing delivery duties
Additional Functions
- Managing time effectively, meeting personal goals and fleet goals and objectives
- Perform all work in accordance with Company Safety guidelines and procedures including all required Safety and Compliance Training and regulatory licensing
- Maintain acceptable driving record and current driver's license
- Perform other duties as assigned by management
Job Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- CDL, Class A, Hazmat endorsement, driving vehicles or combination vehicles up to 80k GVWR
- Maintain additional endorsements as required by equipment (airbrakes, tanker)
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Obtain a satisfactory MVR review
- Ability to drive assigned vehicle
- Knowledge of delivery area and ability to read maps
- Able to work as an effective team member
- Basic problem solving/troubleshooting skills
- Effective time management skills
Preferred Qualifications
- One-year experience as a CDL driver preferred
Working Conditions
Physical Demands
- Lift and carry up to 55 pounds, team lift 56 to 100 pounds: continuous, moderate or occasional heavy physical activity
- Moving 50% of the time
- Stationary position 50% of the time
- Move loads on pallet jack (w/pallets/totes/barrels) weighing up to 2,500 lbs
- Load and unload vehicle
Environmental Factors
- Assigned vehicle/vehicles
- Electronic Driver Logs as required
- General warehouse equipment
- General office equipment
Travel and On-call
- May require overnight delivery runs
Requirements
- CDL Class A license
- Hazmat endorsement
- Additional endorsements as required by equipment (airbrakes, tanker)
- Valid driver's license
- Satisfactory MVR review
- Ability to drive assigned vehicle
- Knowledge of delivery area and ability to read maps
- Able to work as an effective team member
- Basic problem solving/troubleshooting skills
- Effective time management skills
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- One-year experience as a CDL driver preferred
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Wellness Program
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
- Floating Holidays
- Volunteer Time Off
- Educational Assistance
- Paid Parental & Adoption Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Patterson Perks Program
Company overview
Patterson Companies, Inc. is a leading value-added distributor specializing in products, software, equipment, technical services, and business solutions for oral and animal health markets across North America and the United Kingdom. Founded in 1877 as a dental supply company, Patterson has evolved into a comprehensive healthcare distribution powerhouse with deep expertise in both dental and veterinary sectors. The company operates through three core divisions: Patterson Dental Supply, Patterson Veterinary Supply, and Animal Health International, serving dental practices, veterinary clinics, and animal production operations of all sizes. Patterson distinguishes itself through its legendary customer service, technical expertise, and comprehensive practice management solutions that help healthcare providers operate more efficiently and profitably. With approximately 7,600 employees and a network of over 70 distribution facilities, the company combines national scale with local market knowledge to deliver exceptional service. Patterson's commitment to innovation is evident through its technology offerings, including practice management software, 3D imaging solutions, and patient education systems. The company was publicly traded on NASDAQ as PDCO until its acquisition by Patient Square Capital in 2025, transitioning to private ownership while maintaining its market leadership position in healthcare distribution.