Driver / Warehouse Support Associate

Granite City Electric Supply Co., Inc•Bennington, VT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Granite City Electric Supply is hiring a Driver/Warehouse Support Associate for its Bennington, Vermont location. The role primarily involves warehouse work, including delivering, receiving, storing, and shipping materials safely, efficiently, and on time, along with 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 stated schedule is 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, at an hourly rate of $23.00. The position requires a valid commercial driver’s license, a clean driving record, a current Medical DOT card, familiarity with delivery areas, and the ability to understand maps or GPS technology. The associate must be able to work in all weather conditions and perform the physical tasks described in the posting. A high school diploma or equivalent is required; equivalent education or experience may be substituted for listed qualifications. Granite City Electric describes itself as a regional independent electrical distributor with more than 30 branches serving six states. The company states that it is an equal opportunity employer and that, except where prohibited by state law, offers are conditioned on successfully passing a drug test. Granite City Electric uses E-Verify.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; equivalent education or experience may be substituted.
Valid commercial driver’s license and clean driving record.
Valid, unexpired Medical DOT card.
Familiarity with delivery areas.
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 to work with a sense of urgency.
Ability to work in all weather conditions.
Ability to bend, twist, and stoop frequently; routinely climb in and out of a truck; 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; computer aptitude is necessary.
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 maintain its clean appearance.
Communicate with sales associates and help solve problems to meet customer needs.
Provide feedback to the warehouse supervisor to 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 that promote 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.