Driver / Warehouse Support Associate

Granite City Electric Supply Company • Bennington, VT

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Granite City Electric Supply is hiring a Driver / Warehouse Support Associate for its Bennington, Vermont location. The position is primarily warehouse-based and is responsible for delivering, receiving, storing, and shipping materials safely, efficiently, and on time, while also performing physical and clerical warehouse duties. The associate will cover day-shift drivers during vacations and when multiple delivery routes are needed, and will cover the Bennington night driver for up to three weeks per year.

The regular schedule is 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Pay is $23.00 per hour. The role involves customer deliveries, warehouse operations, paperwork and data entry, equipment use, and maintaining a safe, clean work environment. Candidates must have a valid commercial driver's license, a clean driving record, familiarity with delivery areas, and a valid, unexpired Medical DOT card. The position requires working in all weather conditions and meeting the described physical demands.

Granite City Electric is a regional independent electrical distributor with more than 30 branches across Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Connecticut. The company describes its core values as Pride, Accountability, Integrity, and Respect. It is an equal opportunity employer; offers are conditioned on successfully passing a drug test except where prohibited by state law, and the company uses E-Verify.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; equivalent education or experience may be substituted.
• Valid commercial driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Valid, unexpired Medical DOT card.
• Familiarity with delivery areas.
• Computer aptitude.
• Ability to understand maps and/or GPS technology.
• Punctuality and time-management skills.
• Willingness to learn and actively participate in coaching.
• Ability to adapt as business needs fluctuate and work with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to bend, twist, and stoop frequently; climb in and out of a truck routinely; walk, stand, and sit; and push or pull up to 70 pounds repetitively.

Nice To Haves

• Safe driving and forklift operator courses.
• One to three years of professional box truck driving experience.
• Knowledge of and experience with forklift operations and warehouse equipment.
• Eclipse software experience.
• Electrical or construction experience.
• Experience with medium-sized trucks and warehouse equipment.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload company trucks manually or using a forklift, pallet jack, handcart, or other device.
• Accurately count, check, prepare, and record items being received or shipped.
• Deliver materials to customers safely and efficiently.
• Ensure the truck is in safe operating condition and maintains a clean appearance.
• Communicate and problem-solve with sales associates to meet customer needs.
• Provide feedback to the warehouse supervisor to help maintain efficient driving routes.
• Assemble, package, label, stack, palletize, and route materials for safe delivery or storage.
• Complete paperwork, documentation, and data entry according to established procedures.
• Perform maintenance and housekeeping duties.
• Maintain current knowledge of company policies and procedures, participate in training, and attend meetings as requested.
• Act helpfully and cooperatively toward customers and company associates; maintain a professional appearance.
• Participate in processes and programs aimed at promoting a safe work environment.
• Cover day-shift drivers during vacations and when multiple delivery routes are required, and cover the Bennington night driver for up to three weeks per year.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Company 401(k) match.
• Profit sharing.
• Competitive health benefits, including telehealth.
• Up to $450 in health and wellness reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program.
• Referral incentives.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Vacation, holiday, and sick time.

What This Job Offers

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