Warehouse & Logistics Associate

About the role

J. Blanton Plumbing is a fast-growing residential plumbing and home services company serving the Chicagoland area. We are seeking an entry-level Warehouse, Fleet & Logistics Associate to join our team. This role offers opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming plumbing materials, parts, equipment, and deliveries
• Check deliveries for accuracy and report shortages or damaged items
• Count inventory and help maintain accurate material quantities
• Stage materials and equipment for upcoming plumbing jobs
• Organize warehouse shelves, storage areas, and staging locations
• Keep the warehouse clean, safe, and organized
• Load and unload materials and equipment
• Absorb and assist with regular inventory counts
• Process and organize returns and unused materials
• Help track company tools and equipment
• Record which crews or employees have equipment assigned to them
• Inspect equipment for damage or missing items
• Identify equipment that needs maintenance or repair
• Help coordinate repairs with vendors
• Follow up to make sure repaired equipment is returned and ready for use
• Absorb and assist with process of returning and organizing returns and unused materials
• Help solve urgent material, equipment, and vehicle issues
• Keep warehouse, equipment, and vehicle records accurate and up to date
• Perform other warehouse, fleet, logistics, and operational duties as needed

Requirements

• Strong work ethic
• Good attitude
• Attention to detail
• Desire to learn

The ideal candidate

• Is ambitious and wants an opportunity to grow
• Shows up on time and can be counted on
• Works hard and stays productive
• Is organized and pays attention to details
• Takes pride in keeping things clean and organized
• Is comfortable working with their hands and being physically active
• Uses basic computers, smartphones, and technology
• Communicates well with coworkers and supervisors
• Takes responsibility when something needs to get done
• Has a valid driver's license
• Can regularly lift, move, and handle materials and equipment in a warehouse environment

Benefits

• Two full-time schedule options available:
• Monday-Friday: $20.00 per hour
• Saturday-Wednesday: $22.00 per hour
• The Saturday-Wednesday schedule receives higher hourly compensation because it includes regular weekend coverage.