Warehouse Worker / Qualified Driver
About the Role
At PACE Supply, we're dedicated to delivering exceptional service and quality products to our customers. As a leading wholesale distributor of plumbing, heating, and industrial supplies, we value integrity, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence in everything we do. We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Warehouse Worker / Qualified Driver (Class C) at our San Carlos branch. This position will play a crucial role in ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of materials to our customers, while maintaining a high standard of safety and customer service.
Schedule
Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with opportunity for overtime.
Responsibilities
- Successfully delivers plumbing products to customers’ homes and/or other specified locations.
- Documents all pertinent information regarding daily delivery paperwork for accurate record keeping.
- Listens to and resolves delivery concerns in the field and escalates issues if beyond their skill set.
- Safely loads and unloads trucks.
- Obtains customer signatures on packing slips for the receipt of goods with regard to pick-ups and deliveries.
- Communicates the status of each stop to the scheduling and routing advisor, along with accounting for accurate billing process.
- Cleans and maintains the interior of the vehicle.
- Performs routine inspections on vehicles using a vehicle inspection form and reports any immediate safety concerns to management.
- Assists in the training of new Delivery Drivers.
- Receives orders through a supervisor from prepared and prioritized work tags.
- Pulls orders from inventory, manually and/or utilizing a forklift.
- Prepares materials for delivery to and/or pick up by customers. Packs materials in boxes or on pallets (as appropriate) and labels accordingly.
- Checks filled orders prior to delivery or pick up to ensure accuracy and timeliness of the order.
- Fills out a bill of lading for materials being delivered to the customer.
- Makes notation on the invoice for materials pulled for customer pick up and places it in a file until the customer signs it for their materials.
- Maintains cleanliness of the overall facility to support safety standards, with an emphasis on the area assigned to the workgroup.
- Looks up part numbers, quantities, product locations, and customer information on the computer, as appropriate.
- Refills shelves and racks from overstock, as needed.
- Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a cooperative manner with customers, co-workers, and managers.
Requirements
- Must successfully pass a comprehensive background check and drug screening.
- Proficient in basic mathematical operations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with numbers up to four digits.
- Capable of organizing items systematically by size, alphabetical order, or numerical sequence, and grouping similar items accurately.
- Thorough understanding of traffic regulations, with a commitment to adhering to speed limits and safe driving practices while operating a company vehicle.
- Familiarity with protocols for handling accidents in the warehouse or while operating a company vehicle, ensuring compliance with safety and reporting procedures.
- Strong organizational skills with a keen attention to detail to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Basic proficiency in operating standard office equipment (e.g., copiers, fax machines) and the ability to quickly learn new systems.
- Ability to acquire and apply fundamental computer skills, including email communication and inventory management software.
- Fluent in English, with effective reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
- Physically capable of consistently lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
- Eligible to obtain certification for safe operation of forklifts and man lifts, adhering to industry standards (must be at least 18 years old to operate equipment).
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Prior experience in warehouse operations, plumbing, or forklift operation is advantageous but not mandatory.
- Minimum of two years of verifiable driving experience.
- Valid California driver’s license with a clean driving record, free of violations or accidents.
Qualifications
- Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the required competencies.
Skills
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on safety and customer service.
Benefits
- Competitive wages and career growth opportunities.
- Excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision care available within the first 30 days.
- Life insurance, sick days, holidays, vacation, and two retirement programs: 401(k) and ESOP.
Work Environment
Physical Requirements:
- Frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
- Ability to lift items that weigh up to 50 lbs. regularly, including carrying, dragging, and walking with materials, as well as using a hand-truck.
- Specific vision abilities required include distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
Environmental Conditions:
- Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
- Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and vibration.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Note: PACE Supply is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the HR Department at (844)-393-7172.