Delivery helper

SRS Distribution•Detroit, MI

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary functions of the Delivery Helper are to load, locate job sites, backing, preparing and restoring the job site, and preparing the truck for the following day and maintaining the truck and equipment. This role involves compliance with company, state, and federal guidelines, particularly OSHA and DOT regulations, for the safety of all personnel. The helper will perform pre-trip inspections, safely unload product, deliver it to the customer's assigned area, and secure materials on the truck. The role also includes navigating routes to job sites and assisting in the yard when business is slow, which may involve cleaning and organizing materials and vehicles. The company is a national building materials distributor that values its team members and invests in training and work-life balance.

Requirements

Ability to read, write and communicate information accurately.
Stamina to lift at least 75 lbs. in order to carry materials, such as drywall materials and joint compound.
Ability to work independently and on a team.
Ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization.
Invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members.
Empower others to bring their full selves to the workplace.
Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results.
Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers.
Must be able to remain standing 90% of the time.
Constantly moving from unloading materials from commercial motor vehicles onto job site.
Constantly positions self to unload and load materials from flatbed or boom.
Frequently moves materials weighing up to 100lbs while unloading and loading flatbed.
Must be able to communicate with management and coworkers and be able to exchange accurate information.
Constantly working in an outside environment while making deliveries.
Must be able to prioritize job sites and deadlines.
Must be able to manage stress depending on customer’s deadline.
Must be able to multitask.
Must be able to receive information and directions.
Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur.
Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement.

Nice To Haves

Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity.
Embody the principles of servant leadership by putting the needs of others first.
Value diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others’ opinions and ideas.
Demonstrate a positive and humble attitude.
Help champion an inclusive working environment.
Celebrate, welcome, and value the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce.
Recognize that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title.

Responsibilities

Load, locate job sites, backing, preparing and restoring the job site.
Prepare the truck for the following day and maintain the truck and equipment.
Comply with company, state, and federal guidelines, particularly OSHA and DOT regulations.
Perform pre-trip inspections of equipment, paperwork, and loaded product.
Safely unload product and deliver to the assigned area as directed by the customer.
Secure mud, equipment, metal, and pallet on the truck.
Navigate routes to the job site.
Assist in the yard when business is slow, including cleaning, organizing material, and cleaning of vehicles.