Driver Warehouse Associate

Watsco•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Driver Warehouse Associate represents Baker Distributing and supports its operations and customer satisfaction by safely and efficiently delivering HVAC products and materials from wholesale HVAC distributorships to customers, vendors, or other Sales Center locations. The role also includes maintaining and operating the warehouse between deliveries. The employee loads and unloads deliveries, obtains signed invoices, assists with inventory counts and order picking and verification, and completes daily truck maintenance checklists. The position requires following company safety protocols, properly handling products, safely operating trucks and warehouse equipment, and keeping the truck and workspace clean and organized. The employee also provides professional customer service and performs other duties as assigned. The role involves physical activity, including moving parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds and using warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support essential job functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; equivalent experience may be considered.
At least 1 year of truck driving experience.
Box truck delivery experience.
A valid DOT medical certificate is required prior to employment.
Ability to meet DOT physical qualification standards, with reasonable accommodations.
Strong interpersonal skills, customer-service focus, problem-solving ability, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment; reasonable accommodations may be provided.
Demonstrated interest in continuous learning, mentoring, and leadership.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office or similar productivity tools; assistive technologies may be used.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent analytical aptitude and ability to analyze and interpret data.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Proactively seek continuous process and service improvements.
Ability to understand and communicate in English to comply with safety standards, training, policies, and procedures; reasonable accommodations may support effective communication.
Ability to move parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, sit, walk, climb, kneel, crouch, or crawl to access equipment.
Ability to operate computer and telephone equipment for extended periods.
Visual acuity to perform essential tasks such as reading labels, inspecting equipment, monitoring inventory, and operating machinery.
Ability to operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
A valid driver’s license is required if driving is an essential function of the role.

Nice To Haves

A CDL license is highly desirable.
Warehouse experience, including operating a forklift or appliance lift, is a plus.

Responsibilities

Represent Baker Distributing Company as a leader in the industry.
Load and unload products in the truck for delivery to customers and/or other Sales Centers.
Collect invoices with proper signatures and return them to the Sales Center Manager.
Assist in the warehouse with inventory counts and picking and verifying orders.
Complete the daily truck maintenance checklist and report in/out times and merchandise returns.
Follow company safety protocols and procedures, use personal protective equipment, and promptly report safety hazards or incidents to management.
Participate in regular safety training sessions and drills.
Handle and store products properly to prevent accidents and injuries.
Follow guidelines for the safe operation of the truck and warehouse equipment.
Maintain a clean and organized truck and workspace.
Conduct loading and unloading safely using proper techniques and equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.