DC General Warehouse Associate- Equipment Operator (Dock Associate)
About The Position
Ferguson is seeking a 1st Shift Warehouse Associate Equipment Operator for its Grand Prairie, TX distribution center. This role is ideal for individuals with warehouse, shipping, or receiving experience who take pride in safe, accurate, and dependable work. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations and is committed to building better infrastructure, homes, and businesses. The company focuses on making complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable, and fosters a community of associates who build careers they are proud of.
Requirements
- Ability to work overtime including extended hours as needed based on business demands
- Prior warehouse, distribution, shipping, picking, or receiving experience preferred
- Experience operating powered industrial equipment (stand‑up forklifts, reach trucks, order selectors, dock stockers) preferred
- Ability to safely perform physically demanding work in a warehouse environment, including lifting up to 50 lbs, standing/walking for extended periods, working at heights up to 30 feet, and performing repetitive movements (bending, twisting, reaching)
- Experience with, or readiness to learn, warehouse technology such as RF scanners or voice systems
- Regular and reliable attendance and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Commitment to following all safety policies and PPE requirements
Responsibilities
- Safely operate powered industrial equipment in accordance with OSHA guidelines and Ferguson safety procedures
- Accurately pick, sort, stage, store, and transport product to assigned locations
- Perform daily tasks using RF scanners, voice systems, and/or labor management systems
- Build, wrap, label, and organize pallets, containers, and materials to maintain inventory integrity
- Maintain product accuracy, quality, and safety at all times while following all established standard operating procedures for assigned task areas
- Communicate effectively with team members and support a team‑oriented work environment
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace, participating in ongoing housekeeping efforts
- Adhere to all safety requirements, including proper use of PPE and fall‑protection equipment when required
- Participate in team meetings and communicate concerns or improvement opportunities to management
- Comply with all company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
- Perform other duties as assigned to support operational needs
Benefits
- Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Certification (training provided)
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, plus FSA/HSA, Disability, and Life insurance (eligible after 30 days)
- 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
- Paid Time Off, including Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays, Parental Leave, and Wellness
- Product Discounts
- Mental health coverage
- Gender affirming and family building benefits
- Paid parental leave
- Associate discounts
- Community involvement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
