Driver Helper

A.P. Moller - Maersk • Middleburg Heights, OH

6d • $19 - $20

About The Position

The Driver Helper assists the driver with day-to-day activities, including loading and unloading the truck and other duties as needed. The role involves preparing and scanning freight for daily routes, supporting deliveries, handling materials, and maintaining accuracy, timeliness, and a safe work environment. The helper may also perform other duties or work in other areas to cover absences, support peak periods, or balance the workload.

Requirements

• Ability to read a map and general geographic knowledge of the area.
• Ability to lift 75 pounds unassisted; the posting also specifies regularly lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and lifting 50+ pounds unassisted.
• Good customer service skills.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to read and comprehend work instructions.
• Ability to work well with others, including with little supervision.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, use hands, reach, bend, and lift objects above the head.
• Ability to use pallet jacks and forklifts.
• Ability to regularly use a phone and PC and read and write shipping documents.

Responsibilities

• Accurately load and scan the daily route onto the truck.
• Assist the driver with navigating to delivery locations.
• Help carry freight to business or residential destinations.
• Use manifests to pull routes, stage freight, and assist drivers with loading and unloading trucks.
• Perform material-handling duties such as picking, packing, scanning, kitting as applicable, and counting products.
• Ensure timeliness, packaging, and system work are completed accurately.
• Identify and annotate overages, shortages, and damages (OS&D).
• Safely operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Read and follow detailed instructions in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain a safe and secure work environment in accordance with TSA and OSHA guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including work in other areas to cover absences or balance workloads.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid time off.
• Flexible work schedules when possible.

What This Job Offers

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