Route Driver – Medical Equipment Transportation

Department: Supply Chain / Logistics
Location: Westerville, Ohio
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Supply Chain Management
Travel: Regional – Ohio, West Virginia, Indiana, Michigan, and Kentucky

Position Summary

DASCO HME is seeking a dependable, safety-conscious Route Driver to support the transportation of durable medical equipment (DME) between company branch locations and its central operations facility in Westerville, Ohio.

The Route Driver will be responsible for operating company-owned Class 1–4 vehicles to perform scheduled pickups and deliveries of oxygen concentrators, ventilators, and other designated medical equipment. Daily routes will originate from Westerville, Ohio, and extend throughout Ohio, West Virginia, Indiana, Michigan, and Kentucky, with round-trip transportation to and from designated branch locations.

This position plays an important role in supporting DASCO's equipment repair, maintenance, and distribution operations by ensuring the safe, timely, and accurate movement of medical equipment between company facilities.

The ideal candidate is reliable, organized, comfortable with extended periods of driving, and capable of independently managing assigned routes while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and operational efficiency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Transportation and Route Operations

• Safely operate company-owned Class 1–4 vehicles to transport medical equipment between DASCO branch locations and its Westerville facility.
• Complete assigned daily round-trip routes originating and ending in Westerville, Ohio.
• Travel to designated branch locations throughout Ohio, West Virginia, Indiana, Michigan, and Kentucky.
• Follow established route schedules while maintaining flexibility to accommodate changes in equipment transportation needs.
• Plan and execute efficient routes to minimize unnecessary mileage, fuel consumption, and transportation costs.
• Communicate transportation delays, route changes, and operational concerns to management.
• Maintain accurate records of routes, mileage, stops, and completed pickups and deliveries.

Medical Equipment Handling

• Safely load, secure, transport, and unload oxygen concentrators, ventilators, and other designated durable medical equipment.
• Inspect equipment packaging and general physical condition during pickup and delivery, documenting visible damage or discrepancies.
• Verify equipment quantities, serial numbers, and transfer documentation to ensure accurate tracking.
• Maintain proper identification and segregation of equipment designated for repair, cleaning, service, or redistribution.
• Handle medical equipment carefully to prevent damage during loading, transportation, and unloading.
• Utilize appropriate material-handling equipment, including hand trucks, carts, dollies, and lift-assist devices when available.
• Follow DASCO policies and procedures for the safe handling and transportation of used or potentially contaminated medical equipment.

Equipment Accountability and Documentation

• Maintain accurate pickup and delivery records, including equipment counts, serial numbers, and branch transfer documentation as required.
• Obtain appropriate acknowledgment of equipment transfers from branch personnel.
• Identify and report missing, damaged, or incorrectly documented equipment.
• Ensure equipment is delivered to the correct location and designated receiving area.
• Support inventory accuracy and equipment traceability throughout the transportation process.

Vehicle Safety and Maintenance

• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Maintain company vehicles in a clean, safe, and operational condition.
• Monitor and report vehicle maintenance concerns, damage, and mechanical issues.
• Follow company vehicle policies and applicable federal, state, and local transportation regulations.
• Ensure all medical equipment and cargo are properly secured before transportation.
• Maintain safe driving practices under varying road, traffic, and weather conditions.
• Complete required vehicle inspection, mileage, and maintenance documentation.

Branch Coordination and Communication

• Maintain professional and courteous communication with DASCO branch personnel.
• Coordinate equipment pickups and deliveries to minimize disruption to branch operations.
• Communicate equipment discrepancies, transportation delays, and service concerns promptly.
• Provide dependable and consistent service to support branch equipment needs.
• Perform additional supply chain and logistics duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Ohio Class D Driver's License with an acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Must possess a valid Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Examiner's Certificate (DOT Medical Card) or be willing and able to obtain one prior to beginning driving duties.
• Must maintain valid DOT medical certification throughout employment as required by company policy and applicable regulations.
• Must be capable of safely operating company-owned Class 1–4 vehicles in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local transportation regulations.
• Must remain eligible to operate company vehicles under DASCO's fleet safety and insurance requirements.
• Ability to complete extended regional driving routes and return to the originating facility as scheduled.
• Ability to safely load, unload, and move medical equipment using appropriate handling techniques and equipment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow route instructions, schedules, and company safety procedures.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to use smartphones, GPS navigation, and basic electronic documentation systems.

Preferred

• One or more years of professional driving, route delivery, courier, or logistics experience.
• Experience operating Class 1–4 delivery vehicles.
• Experience transporting medical equipment, healthcare supplies, or other sensitive equipment.
• Familiarity with regional highways and transportation routes throughout Ohio and surrounding states.
• Experience with inventory documentation, serial-number tracking, or electronic proof-of-delivery systems.
• Knowledge of safe cargo securement and material-handling practices.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and operate a vehicle for extended periods of time
• Ability to frequently enter and exit a vehicle throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds independently and handle heavier equipment using appropriate assistance or material-handling devices.
• Ability to bend, reach, push, pull, and maneuver equipment during loading and unloading.
• Ability to operate safely in varying weather conditions.
• Ability  to perform repetitive physical activities associated with transporting and handling medical equipment.