Warehouse Associate/ Backup Route Driver
About The Position
This full-time, hourly, non-exempt role combines warehouse operations with backup route driving. The employee prepares and verifies customer orders, packs and routes merchandise, loads and unloads trucks, and maintains a clean, organized, and safe warehouse. As a backup route driver, the employee transports and delivers compressed gas cylinders and hard goods, completes required inspections and documentation, tracks deliveries and pickups, manages returned cylinders and inventory, and maintains the assigned vehicle. The role also involves customer interaction, communication with supervisors, and identifying customer needs to help maintain appropriate inventory levels.
Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
- One year of driving experience.
- CDL A or B with HAZMAT.
- Meet all physical qualification standards imposed by the DOT.
- Clean MVR driving record.
- Ability to read and comprehend Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
- Ability to stand and walk on concrete for extended periods, bend, and use hands and arms.
- Ability to handle cylinders regularly weighing 150 pounds, up to a maximum of 600 pounds.
Responsibilities
- Pull, check, and verify customer orders for accuracy.
- Prepare, pack, and route merchandise for shipment via UPS, FedEx, truck line, or courier.
- Load and unload delivery trucks safely and efficiently.
- Operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Follow company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
- Safely load, transport, and deliver compressed gas cylinders and hard goods to customers.
- Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections in compliance with DOT regulations.
- Complete required DOT/FDA documentation accurately.
- Track deliveries and pickups using handheld technology.
- Return empty cylinders for refilling and maintain proper inventory levels.
- Maintain the cleanliness and operational readiness of the assigned vehicle.
- Communicate with supervisors regarding maintenance, delivery efficiencies, and customer concerns.
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships through professional interactions.
- Identify customer needs and help ensure appropriate inventory levels to minimize emergency deliveries.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
