Driver/Operations

DSV • Village of Ballston Spa, NY

66d • $21

About The Position

The Commercial Vehicle Driver / Warehouse Operator is a dual role. Operations Driver is responsible for safely operating commercial motor vehicles (GVWR >10,000 lb. and ≤26,000 lb.) to perform local pick-up and delivery (P&D) and conducts warehouse operations including shipping, receiving, picking, and quality control. Responsibilities include verifying shipment paperwork, weighing/dimension checks, loading/unloading (including ULDs), staging and replenishment, product scanning, and accurate documentation. The role requires strict adherence to DOT/FMCSR, company SOPs, and site safety policies, while meeting performance, safety, and quality objectives. The Operations Driver is responsible for operating power industrial trucks for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking, and counting merchandise. The operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle and may also be required to perform Order Filler and Checker duties in addition to his or her own. They are responsible for the accurate storing, shipping and receiving of product to meet company standards of safety, security, and productivity.

Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 6 months experience working in a logistics/distribution/relevant environment.
• Able to operate MHE.
• Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass federal/state/local background checks, clearances, and drug/alcohol tests.

Nice To Haves

• 1-2 years’ experience working in a warehouse/logistics/distribution environment.
• 1-2 years forklift experience.
• Current or prior MHE certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a neat and orderly storage lot oriented toward maximizing efficiency in servicing the customer needs.
• Operate company commercial vehicles within a ~20 air-mile radius to deliver and recover freight from customer locations.
• Verify shipment bills for required information prior to loading.
• Load and unload freight safely; weigh and check dimensions against shipper calculations.
• Sort outbound freight and load ULDs and trucks.
• Function and interact on a daily basis with warehouse supervisors and comply with warehouse safety requirements.
• Provide professional customer interaction during P&D; protect freight integrity and security.
• Proper use of Airline/Electrical hookup/and Backing procedure is a must.
• Follow all company policies, guidelines, and quality procedures.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Use gas or electric forklifts/MHE to load outbound shipments, move and stack product.
• Maintain an organized work area.
• Pull and prepare for shipment, ensuring that the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped.
• Perform picking duties in an efficient manner that meets customer service standards.
• Prepare freight for operations accurately and in a timely manner as required.
• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage.
• Report quality variances.
• Efficiently moves product from staging and/or storage to production lines and/or staging docks.
• Keep appropriate records and reports to guarantee that tight inventory control and security are maintained.
• Assist in physical inventories. Ensure proper stock rotation.
• Maintain a clean, neat, orderly work area, and assist in security of the warehouse.
• Comply with all Standard Operating Procedures, corporate and site-specific policies, safety rules, and OSHA/ MSDS Standards.
• Participate in safety meetings.
• Load, unload, move, stack, and stage product and materials using a forklift, clamp truck, drum attachment, or other power equipment.
• Maintain the facility’s equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.
• Inspect and perform minor maintenance on the forklift or other equipment.
• Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods.
• Perform or assist in building, grounds, and equipment maintenance as assigned.
• Change fuel tanks on forklifts as needed.
• Participate in physical inventories; perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking as needed.
• Repair pallets, when necessary, trailers, and truck bays as requested.
• Help maintain the facility to provide a clean, safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Work overtime as dictated by business whether mandatory or voluntary.

Benefits

• Hourly Wage: $21.00

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees