Warehouse Route Driver

About the role

Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, and related supplies in the United States. The Warehouse Route Driver will operate in the Sacramento, CA branch, delivering products to/from customers, company branch/warehouse locations, and company suppliers using a delivery van or box truck (no CDL required). Branch Driver I, II, or Senior level and pay will be based on experience, knowledge, and capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Inspect company vehicle for visual and operating defects; complete a daily inspection report
• Keep company vehicle clean, serviced, and maintained; alert supervisor of repair and/or service needed
• Follow Department of Transportation (DOT), local and state driving laws and regulations
• Load or unload vehicle and ensure all material for each order is correct (quantity and type of material) and free of damage before departure
• Assist in preparing orders for delivery
• Ensure all appropriate documentation is thoroughly completed at the time of delivery, including delivery receipt signed by the customer, packing list, and branch/warehouse manifest
• Pick up material returns from customers; inspect condition of the material and verify quantities and catalog numbers
• Pick up material from company suppliers
• Senior Truck Driver may participate in training entry-level Truck Drivers; provide mentorship and coaching
• May be required to support other warehouse duties such as preparing and filling orders and/or receiving, stocking, staging, and shipping material
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Must attend company driver training in lieu of experience
• Valid driver’s license
• At least 21 years of age
• Must pass a pre-employment and annual review of the Motor Vehicle Record
• Must obtain verification of non-expired medical certificate as required by law within 60 days of hire
• Must not have had a suspended driver’s license for a traffic accident/violation within the past 3 years
• Must not have any at-fault accidents in the past 3 years

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to handle loads with a combined weight not to exceed 26,000 GVW
• Ability to handle basic issues and problems
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations and familiarity with traffic and driver laws
• Willingness to adhere to assigned routes, schedules, safety procedures, and transportation laws
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent customer service skills
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work overtime as needed

Physical Demands

• Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position – Constantly (at least 51%)
• Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location – Occasionally (up to 20%)
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery – Constantly (at least 51%)
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to crouch down to stock shelves, pick up boxes, or position oneself to maintain computers – Occasionally (up to 20%)
• Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment – Occasionally (up to 20%)
• Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions – Constantly (at least 51%)

Weight and Force Demands

• Up to 10 pounds – Constantly (at least 51%)
• Up to 25 pounds – Constantly (at least 51%)
• Up to 50 pounds – Frequently (21% to 50%)

Working Environment

• Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold – Occasionally (up to 20%)
• Exposed to electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock – Occasionally (up to 20%)
• Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment – Frequently (21% to 50%)
• Travels to offsite locations – Constantly (at least 51%)

Pay

For the state of California only, the pay range is $19.06 to $28.83 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
• HSA Accounts
• Commuter Transit Benefits
• Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance
• Employee Discount Programs
• Professional Training & Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within