Driver Helper

CORT • Norwood, MA

17d • Onsite

About The Position

CORT Furniture Rental is hiring a full-time Delivery Assistant in Norwood, Massachusetts. The Delivery Assistant supports the driver with non-driving tasks that help ensure safe, efficient deliveries and pickups and a positive customer experience. Duties include loading and unloading furniture, securing loads, inspecting and preparing furniture, assisting with setup and breakdown at delivery locations, spotting the truck while it backs up, helping with navigation, and communicating with customers, dispatch, and the warehouse. The role may also include warehouse work and other assigned duties.

The position pays $19 per hour and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday work may be required. The role is 40 hours per week, with occasional overtime opportunities. CORT provides paid training and offers opportunities for advancement and mentorship. Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer; visa sponsorship is not available. Employment is subject to job-related background screening, drug screening, and motor vehicle record checks.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• General labor experience.
• Physically able and willing to move furniture indoors and outdoors, up or down stairs, and in all weather conditions.
• Ability to lift more than 100 pounds with a partner.
• Must pass drug screening (which does not include THC) and motor vehicle record checks as a condition of employment.
• Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; CORT cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Nice To Haves

• Furniture or delivery experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect furniture before loading to ensure it is in acceptable condition for delivery.
• Manually load and unload materials from pallets, skids, platforms, and docks.
• Load the truck safely to protect products from damage during transport.
• Assist with furniture deliveries and pickups, including moving, setting up, cleaning or touching up, and breaking down furniture at delivery sites while handling it safely.
• Assist the driver with navigation, parking, and spotting when backing up the truck.
• Call customers before deliveries and interact with them during deliveries to provide customer service.
• Assist with completing and reviewing delivery paperwork and electronic driver logs.
• Communicate with dispatch and the warehouse about issues and to support smooth operations.
• Perform warehouse duties as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Paid training
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance available on the first of the month after hire date
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays
• Company-paid disability and life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts and perks
• Career growth and mentorship opportunities
• Occasional overtime opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED