Warehouse Associate/Truck Driver

About the Role

The Warehouse Associate/Truck Driver I is responsible for efficiently and accurately filling customer orders, receiving, stocking, staging, and shipping material in a manner that meets company standards for safety, security, accuracy, and productivity. This role also includes operating a delivery vehicle for up to 50% of the time to deliver products to customers, company branch/warehouse locations, and suppliers (No CDL required).

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a culture and environment focused daily on employee safety and a safe work environment.
• Follow established Standard Operating Procedures and Environmental Health and Safety Rules.
• Receive material from vendors, customers, or other warehouses and verify quantity and description.
• Stock incoming orders on shelves in an orderly manner and report freight damage claims.
• Prepare branch orders from the warehouse ensuring correct number and type of product.
• Process paperwork regarding shipments, including verifying merchandise, applying postage, and following customer shipping instructions.
• Operate machinery including forklift, reach truck, and wire cutting machine.
• Load common carrier and company vehicles.
• Inspect and perform minor maintenance on equipment.
• Perform inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies.
• Operate delivery vehicles to make deliveries to customers, company locations, and suppliers.
• Inspect company vehicle for defects and complete daily inspection reports.
• Maintain company vehicle cleanliness, service, and maintenance.
• Follow Department of Transportation (DOT), local, and state driving laws and regulations.
• Load or unload vehicle ensuring all material is correct and free of damage.
• Complete all appropriate documentation at the time of delivery, including signed delivery receipts.
• Pick up material returns from customers, inspect condition, and verify quantities.
• Pick up material from company suppliers.
• Participate in training and mentorship of entry-level Truck Drivers.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including counter sales and customer support.

Requirements

• No experience required; prior warehouse experience a plus.
• Certification to operate forklift, hand truck, pallet jack, and other warehouse equipment preferred.
• Valid driver's license.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Must pass pre-employment and annual Motor Vehicle Record review.
• Must obtain verification of non-expired medical certificate as required by law within 30 days of hire.
• No suspended driver's license for traffic accidents/violations within the past 3 years.
• No at-fault accidents in the past 3 years.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.

Skills

• General knowledge of electrical products a plus.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Effective communication with co-workers and customers.
• Ability to handle basic issues and problems.
• Basic mathematical calculations for job tasks.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to handle loads with a combined weight not exceeding 26,000 GVW.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations and traffic/driver laws.
• Willingness to adhere to assigned routes, schedules, safety procedures, and transportation laws.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

Physical Demands

• Sit: Occasionally – up to 20%.
• Walk: Constantly – at least 51%.
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Constantly – at least 51%.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Constantly – at least 51%.
• Climb or balance: Constantly – at least 51%.
• Talk, hear, taste, smell: Constantly – at least 51%.
• Weight and force demands: Up to 50 pounds – Constantly – at least 51%.

Working Environment

• Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise levels and exposure to heat and cold – Constantly – at least 51%.
• Exposed to electrical hazards and risk of electrical shock – Constantly – at least 51%.
• Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment – Constantly – at least 51%.
• Travels to offsite locations – Frequently – 21% to 50%.

Pay

For the state of Nevada only, the pay is $15.00 to $19.61 per hour, depending upon qualifications, experience, and other considerations permitted by law.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• 401K with Employer Match.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Health & Wellness Programs.
• Flexible Spending Accounts and HSA Accounts.
• Commuter Transit Benefits.
• Additional Optional Insurance (Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance).
• Employee Discount Programs.
• Professional Training & Development Programs.
• Career Advancement Opportunities.