Driver

Johnstone Supply, North America's leading wholesale distributor of HVACR equipment, parts, and supplies, has a great opportunity to join our team. Over the last seven decades, Johnstone has grown into a multi-billion-dollar industry leader with over 470 distributor branches and 6 distribution centers throughout North America. We work with some of the largest companies in the world, including Daikin/Goodman, Bosch, Copeland, Honeywell, Johnson Controls, and Fujitsu, to provide contractors with world-class products, technical expertise, and quality service. Relationship-building is the key to our success, and it shows in everything we do.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe transporting and timely arrival of products to our customers and other store locations.
• Drive, route sequencing, order verification, loading and unloading orders into company/customer vehicles.
• Perform return service, share customer feedback, and maintain, upkeep, and repair company vehicles and warehouse equipment.
• Possess a valid driver’s license at all times and meet all state and federal driving regulations.
• Maintain positive customer relationships by providing exceptional service, including accurate and timely delivery of products.
• Serve as a key field contact for gathering accurate customer service and delivery expectations.
• Safely operate company vehicles and equipment consistent with DOT, state, federal, and company standards.
• Maintain cleanliness of the inside of the truck, cab, box, and all assigned work areas.
• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on assigned vehicle(s)/equipment; report defects or repair needs to supervisor promptly.
• Load and unload trucks; check and verify deliveries against sales and transfer orders.
• Prepare routes and follow schedules and deadlines for delivery, shipping, receiving, and other related tasks.
• Drive straight body vehicles, including box trucks, to deliver supplies and equipment to customer’s place of business, job sites, or other Johnstone store locations.
• Maintain telephone or radio contact with supervisor to receive expedited delivery instructions, using communication methods safely and in accordance with requirements.
• Immediately communicate delivery, traffic, safety, and customer issues to supervisor.
• Record sales and/or delivery information as applicable; complete manifests with pictures, signatures, and any returns via iPad or manual completion.
• Return vehicle at end of day, ensuring it is fully fueled; complete monthly driver log and associated paperwork; secure the vehicle.
• Return gas receipts, monies, vehicle inspection logs, and any other necessary paperwork.
• Share day-to-day warehouse operations responsibilities as a material handler when not driving.
• May be assigned on-site inventory-related responsibilities at customer sites.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• 1+ years of truck driving experience (26 ft vehicle or larger) or 1 year operating Johnstone equipment/vehicles under supervision; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 6+ months of experience in a warehouse and/or distribution facility, preferably in HVAC/R or related field (preferred).
• Experience with a picker, RF scanner, and inventory management systems (preferred).
• Experience driving a forklift (preferred).
• Knowledge of HVAC wholesale industry, principles, and practices (preferred).
• Previous experience with OSHA and safety regulations and procedures (preferred).
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record acceptable to the company; must remain eligible to drive a commercial motor vehicle under applicable state and federal laws and FMCSA regulations.
• CDL preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred.

Skills

• Ability to utilize necessary technology, including GPS, mobile Proof of Delivery (POD) devices, RF equipment, and ERP software.
• Ability to read maps and mapping applications accurately.
• Ability to read, add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to work safely in all job tasks.
• Skill in operating delivery vehicles and power equipment, including forklift, pallet jack, and cherry picker; ability to operate a lift gate safely and effectively.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and maneuver large/heavy products or pieces of equipment while working within established safety guidelines.
• Familiarity with warehouse or distribution center management systems and order picking processes.
• Ability to perform all duties of a Material Handler, including order filling, stock replenishment, will call, and inventory cycle counting.
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to complete routine paperwork.
• Ability to work in a team-based environment.
• Strong customer service skills; ability to demonstrate tact and diplomacy in dealing with others and maintain relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• English proficiency (written and spoken) is a core requirement for this position.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk on a concrete floor for much of the workday.
• Regularly required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Frequently required to lift and carry and/or move up to 50 pounds; may lift more weight with mechanical assistance or team members.
• For driving duties, required to sit for long periods and may experience bouncing and vibration.
• Frequently required to talk or hear.
• Special vision requirements include near vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and color vision.

Benefits

• Competitive wage.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with options for supplemental care.
• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Safe Harbor 401(k) – 100% employer match up to 5% of base pay and immediate vesting.
• Holiday pay – 7.5 holidays per year.
• Paid Parental Bonding Time.
• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Employer-paid life insurance and short-term disability.
• Voluntary long-term disability, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• 24/7 Access to virtual care/telehealth options.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution; Flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• Wellbeing program with opportunity to earn reduced medical costs.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Employee service milestone recognition program.

Company Values

• Safety: Always prioritize safety, both at work and at home, while ensuring those who work for you work safely.
• Customer Focused: Take the perspective of those we serve, anticipate their needs, and respond quickly.
• One Team: Collaborate with each other, focus on the common goal, and leverage the strengths of the team.
• Own It: Take the initiative, act with a sense of urgency and pride, do things right the first time, and always act with integrity.
• Innovate: Embrace and create change that drives continuous improvement and customer-valued solutions.