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Delivery Driver

Graybar · East Peoria, IL · Full time

Posted Sep 18, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you got bad news from a customer about an order. How did you respond?

What they are checking: Customer service skills and whether they pass along feedback as the posting asks.

Tell me about your driving record and any accidents or tickets in the past few years.

What they are checking: Honesty and safety history, which are essential for any driving job.

What would you do

You have six stops and one customer calls saying they need their order first. How do you handle that?

What they are checking: Whether they can rework a route on the fly while keeping every customer informed about when to expect delivery.

You arrive at a job site and nobody is there to sign for the delivery. What do you do?

What they are checking: Judgment in protecting the product and keeping the customer informed.

A customer mentions they are looking for a product Graybar carries. What would you say?

What they are checking: Whether they would promote services and products while delivering, which the posting mentions.

How do you deal with traffic delays that will make you late for a delivery?

What they are checking: Proactive communication with customers and the branch when things go off plan.

About the work

Tell me about the trucks or vans you have driven, and what is the largest vehicle you are comfortable with?

What they are checking: Whether their driving experience fits vehicles at or below 26,000 GVW.

Walk me through your pre-trip inspection. What do you check before you leave the warehouse?

What they are checking: Safety habits and whether they know how to inspect a vehicle properly.

How do you keep accurate truck logs every day?

What they are checking: Record keeping discipline, which the posting names as a duty.

How comfortable are you using a forklift or pallet jack to load and unload?

What they are checking: Warehouse equipment skills needed for loading and unloading the truck.

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The full job description

As published by Graybar.

More than a job - a career. As a Delivery Driver, you will have face-to-face contact with customers as you deliver orders. You will safely drive a Graybar truck or van from the warehouse to each destination, providing on-time delivery and good customer service. You will be responsible for maintaining positive customer relations and passing along customer feedback, and even promoting services and products! One advantage of this role is that it is typically Monday-Friday during the day and you will be home each night. Graybar is an employee-owned company with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for learning and career development. In this role you will: • Help determine best routes for delivery to meet customer expectations • Deliver products to Graybar customers while providing excellent customer service • Load and unload trucks and use warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks • Inspect vehicle and supplies • Safely operate vehicle at all times • Maintain proper truck logs • Work a local route – no overnights or weekends away What you bring to the table: • Customer service skills • Ability to perform the physical requirements necessary to work in a warehouse environment; must pass pre-employment physical testing • Safely operate warehouse equipment and proper use of PPE • Experience required driving a van or truck equal or below 26,000 GVW • Must have a valid driver’s license issued by his/her state of residence appropriate for type of vehicle • Must be able to pass DOT medical exam and Commercial Motor Vehicle Certification Work Shift and Hours: • Monday - Friday, 5:30am - 2:30pm Compensation Details: • The expected pay rate for this position is $19.00 per hour - $21.00 per hour depending on experience. Additional Information: • Steel toed boots required . • CDL not required, but must pass DOT medical exam. The Value of Graybar: At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like: • Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits. • Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family. • Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts . • Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you. • Share in our success with P rofit Sharing Plans . • 401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future. • Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness. • Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year. • Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health. • Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community. • Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles. • Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program . • Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs . • And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth. Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information. Why should you join Graybar? At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business. We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team. That’s what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company. Apply now and find out what’s next for you. Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Introduce Yourself in the top-right corner of the page or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!

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