DC General Warehouse Associate- Equipment Operator (Picking Associate)

FERGUSON • Grand Prairie, TX

4d • $15 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Ferguson is seeking a first-shift Warehouse Associate Equipment Operator for its Grand Prairie, Texas distribution center. The role involves safely operating powered industrial equipment and accurately picking, sorting, staging, storing, and transporting products. Associates use warehouse technology, maintain inventory accuracy and a clean, safe workspace, and support team operations. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Starting pay is $21.00 per hour, and the role is eligible for a bonus or incentive plan. Powered Industrial Truck certification training is provided. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

Requirements

• Ability to work overtime, including extended hours, as needed based on business demands.
• Ability to safely perform physically demanding warehouse work, including lifting up to 50 pounds, standing and walking for extended periods, working at heights up to 30 feet, and performing repetitive bending, twisting, and reaching.
• Regular and reliable attendance and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to following safety policies and PPE requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Prior warehouse, distribution, shipping, picking, or receiving experience.
• Experience operating powered industrial equipment such as stand-up forklifts, reach trucks, order selectors, or dock stockers.
• Experience with warehouse technology such as RF scanners or voice systems, or readiness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate powered industrial equipment in accordance with OSHA guidelines and Ferguson safety procedures.
• Accurately pick, sort, stage, store, and transport products to assigned locations.
• Perform daily tasks using RF scanners, voice systems, and/or labor management systems.
• Build, wrap, label, and organize pallets, containers, and materials to maintain inventory integrity.
• Maintain product accuracy, quality, and safety while following established standard operating procedures for assigned task areas.
• Communicate effectively with team members and support a team-oriented work environment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace and participate in ongoing housekeeping efforts.
• Follow safety requirements, including proper use of PPE and fall-protection equipment when required.
• Participate in team meetings and communicate concerns or improvement opportunities to management.
• Comply with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support operational needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus FSA/HSA, disability, and life insurance, eligible after 30 days.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, holidays, parental leave, and wellness.
• Product discounts.
• Mental health coverage.
• Gender-affirming and family-building benefits.
• Community involvement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed