Driver Warehouse Associate

Baker Distributing•Port Richey, FL

21d

About The Position

Baker Distributing Company is hiring a Driver Warehouse Associate to deliver HVAC products and materials from its wholesale HVAC distributorships to customers, vendors, and other Sales Center locations. The role represents the company and supports customer satisfaction through safe, efficient deliveries and professional customer service. Between deliveries, the associate helps maintain and operate the warehouse. The position includes loading and unloading products, handling delivery paperwork, assisting with inventory and order fulfillment, completing daily truck maintenance checklists, and following company safety procedures. The employee must meet the role’s physical and communication requirements, with reasonable accommodations available as described in the posting.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; equivalent experience may be considered.
At least 1 year of truck driving experience.
Box truck delivery experience.
Valid DOT medical certificate required prior to employment.
Ability to meet DOT physical qualification standards, with reasonable accommodations.
At least 21 years of age.
Valid driver's license if driving is an essential function of the role.
Strong interpersonal skills and a customer-service focus, including problem-solving and relationship-building.
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, with reasonable accommodations as needed.
Interest in continuous learning, mentoring, and leadership.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office or similar productivity tools; assistive technologies may be used.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Analytical aptitude and ability to analyze and interpret data.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Proactively seeks continuous process and service improvements.
Ability to understand and communicate in English to comply with safety standards, training, policies, and procedures; reasonable accommodations will be provided to 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 warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
Visual acuity for reading labels, inspecting equipment, monitoring inventory, and operating machinery.

Nice To Haves

CDL license is highly desirable.
Warehouse experience, including driving 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 other Sales Centers.
Collect invoices with proper signatures and return them to the Sales Center Manager.
Assist with warehouse inventory counts, picking, and order verification.
Complete daily truck maintenance checklists and report departure and return times and merchandise returns.
Follow company safety protocols and procedures, use required personal protective equipment, report hazards or incidents to management, and participate in safety training and drills.
Handle and store products properly to prevent accidents and injuries.
Follow guidelines for safe operation of the truck and warehouse equipment.
Keep the truck and workspace clean and organized.
Conduct loading and unloading safely using proper techniques and equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.