Branch Warehouseperson / Driver

United Refrigeration Inc.•Tampa, FL

About The Position

Provide support for daily branch operations, including making deliveries, pulling orders, and putting away stock. The role includes customer and vendor deliveries and pickups, handling shipments and returns, maintaining vehicle and trip records, and assisting with branch cleanliness and counter service as needed. The work environment includes a heated store area, an unheated warehouse area, and concrete floors. Overtime is required during the off-season and mandatory during the season and inventory.

Requirements

Have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Meet all DOT medical and drug-free requirements.
Be able to carry at least 75 pounds.
Be able to lift boxes up to 3.6 cubic feet and 105 pounds for 4–5 hours daily.
Be able to sit in, and get into and out of, a vehicle cab for 2–3 hours daily.
Be able to steer and drive a vehicle, including shifting a standard transmission, as required.
Be able to climb ladders.
Be able to use a computer system as it pertains to the job.
Be able to get along with customers and other employees, follow directions, and work under pressure.
Have a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with hazmat endorsement.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the geography of the area.

Responsibilities

Make deliveries to and pick-ups from customers, other branches or warehouses, and vendors or suppliers.
Pull orders for customers.
Load and unload shipments and deliveries using proper equipment.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and maintenance functions according to DOT regulations.
Comply with federal, state, and company requirements pertaining to motor vehicle laws and accident reporting.
Maintain daily trip logs, pre- and post-inspection reports, and monthly fuel reports.
Prepare products for shipment via UPS, FedEx, and common carrier.
Receive shipments from UPS, FedEx, and common carrier.
Handle and process paperwork on damaged product.
Prepare returns and reclaims for shipment, including appropriate paperwork.
Break down and put away stock using proper equipment.
Greet customers promptly and courteously, using their names if known.
Answer telephones promptly and courteously, identifying yourself and the company.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Assist at the counter as needed.
Help maintain a clean and safe work environment inside and outside, including emptying trash, sweeping floors, and cleaning bathrooms.
Perform related jobs as required.