Driver - Warehouse

Republic Electric Co•Davenport, IA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Republic & T.F. Ehrhart is a third-generation wholesale distributor specializing in electrical energy management, heating, air conditioning, hydronic, and sign support systems. The company serves customers across Iowa, Illinois, Wisconsin, and Missouri, operating with a team of almost 200 employees across 10 branch locations. They pride themselves on a winning culture and teamwork to deliver quality products. The 'Specials Driver' position is a full-time role with a schedule of 6:30 am to 3:00 pm, primarily focused on day-to-day customer deliveries, but also involves various warehouse activities. The company is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

High School diploma
1-2 years of driving experience required
Valid Class C Driver's License and a clean driving record
Good customer service skills
Energetic
Attention to detail
Technology proficient - able to use Microsoft products and delivery scanners and tablets.
Pass a D.O.T. physical
Able to pass a drug screen (If CDL)
Physically able to squat, bend and lift over 25-50 lbs. frequently
Ability to move large pieces of equipment using a dolly which requires pushing and pulling up to 150 pounds frequently
Ability to use a forklift
Ability to stand for long periods, use stairs frequently, walk on uneven surfaces
Manual dexterity is required

Nice To Haves

CDL preferred
Ability to pull a flat bed trailer highly preferred

Responsibilities

Delivering customer orders that come in that day.
Pulling the equipment and parts for your orders.
Loading and unloading your orders on to the truck.
Building your manifest (your plan or schedule of your route).
Contacting customers.
Confirming order details.
Providing proof of delivery.
Taking care of your vehicle, keeping them clean.
Loading items safely and securely.
Reporting any incidents of vehicle or product damage to your supervisor immediately.
Following the rules of the road.
Reporting any safety or driving infractions immediately.
Perform all pre-trip and post-trip inspections according to company policy.
Working with the Delivery Services Coordinator and Fleet Manager to ensure routine maintenance is completed when needed and proper documentation is delivered to the Fleet Manager.
Putting items away in the warehouse after receiving is done.
Re-stocking unclaimed items.
Picking your orders for the next day.
Additional duties may be assigned as needed.