Warehouse Associate/Branch Driver I
About The Position
Rexel USA is hiring a Warehouse Associate/Branch Driver I for its Platt team in Vancouver, Washington. The role is responsible for accurately and efficiently receiving, stocking, staging, picking, and shipping materials while maintaining warehouse safety, security, accuracy, productivity, and equipment. It also includes operating a delivery van or box truck for up to 50% of working time to transport products among customers, company branches and warehouses, and suppliers. No CDL is required. Deliveries must be prepared efficiently, with materials verified as correct and undamaged. The position follows established operating procedures and safety requirements, handles warehouse transactions and inventory, and maintains warehouse equipment and the company vehicle. It may also provide support for counter sales and customer service, and participate in training and mentoring entry-level truck drivers. Other duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- No experience required.
- Valid driver's license.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Must pass a pre-employment and annual review of the Motor Vehicle Record.
- Must obtain verification of a non-expired medical certificate as required by law within 30 days of hire.
- Must not have had a driver's license suspended for a traffic accident or violation within the past three years.
- Must not have had any at-fault accidents in the past three years.
- Basic computer knowledge.
- Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and customers.
- Ability to handle basic issues and problems.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations accurately.
- Ability to organize and prioritize job tasks and requirements, manage time, and meet deadlines.
- Ability to handle loads with a combined weight not exceeding 26,000 GVW.
- Strong knowledge of safety regulations and familiarity with traffic and driver laws.
- Willingness to follow assigned routes, schedules, safety procedures, and transportation laws.
- Ability to work overtime as needed.
- Ability to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation and work productively as part of a team.
Nice To Haves
- Prior warehouse experience.
- Certification to operate a forklift, hand truck, pallet jack, and other warehouse equipment.
- High school diploma or GED.
- General knowledge of electrical products.
Responsibilities
- Promote employee safety and follow Standard Operating Procedures and Environmental Health and Safety rules; promptly address safety concerns.
- Receive incoming materials from vendors, customers, and other warehouses, verifying quantities and descriptions against packing lists.
- Stock incoming orders neatly in designated locations and report freight damage claims.
- Prepare branch orders and verify the correct number and type of products for shipment.
- Process shipping paperwork, verify merchandise, apply appropriate postage tape and labels, follow customer shipping instructions, and insure shipments when necessary.
- Operate a forklift, reach truck, wire cutting machine, and other warehouse equipment when required.
- Load common-carrier and company vehicles.
- Inspect and perform minor maintenance on equipment.
- Perform inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies.
- Drive delivery vehicles to transport products to and from customers, company branches and warehouses, and suppliers.
- Inspect company vehicles for visible and operational defects and complete daily inspection reports.
- Keep company vehicles clean, serviced, and maintained, and notify a supervisor when repairs or service are needed.
- Follow Department of Transportation, local, and state driving laws and regulations.
- Load and unload vehicles, verifying each order's material type, quantity, and condition before departure.
- Assist in preparing orders for delivery as needed.
- Complete required delivery documentation, including obtaining customer signatures on delivery receipts and completing packing lists and branch or warehouse manifests.
- Collect customer returns and inspect material condition, quantities, and catalog numbers.
- Pick up material from company suppliers.
- Help train, mentor, and coach entry-level truck drivers.
- Perform other branch duties as required, including counter sales and customer support.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Paid vacation and sick time.
- Paid company holidays and flexible personal days per year.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Health and wellness programs.
- Flexible spending accounts and HSA accounts.
- Commuter transit benefits.
- Optional insurance, including pet insurance, legal assistance, critical illness, and home and auto insurance.
- Employee discount programs.
- Professional training and development programs.
- Career advancement opportunities and promotion from within.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
