Warehouse Support - Aurora, IL
About The Position
Spee Dee Delivery is hiring a Warehouse Support employee in Aurora, Illinois. The role supports daily warehouse and transportation operations as needed, helping maintain efficient workflow by handling packages, assisting with route coverage, parking vehicles, and fueling trucks. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday with a 1:00 PM start, though variable shifts may be required based on business needs. Pay is $24.00–$26.00 per hour based on experience, plus shift differential. Overtime is paid at time and a half after 40 hours per week. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, hold a valid driver's license with a driving record that meets company standards, and be able to pass a DOT physical exam, pre-employment drug screening, and criminal background check. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, as is at least one year of leadership and transportation-industry experience. Candidates must be able to bend, lift, twist, carry, and slide freight weighing up to 75 pounds, and work with varied freight, including hazardous materials, perishable food and alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals. Spee Dee Delivery is a family-owned and operated company founded in 1978. It employs over 1,800 people company-wide and provides standard, next-day, ground delivery throughout the Midwest.
Requirements
- At least 21 years of age.
- Valid driver's license and a good driving record that meets company standards.
- Ability to pass a DOT physical exam.
- Ability to bend, lift, twist, carry, and slide freight weighing up to 75 pounds.
- Ability to work with freight that may include hazardous materials, perishable food and alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals.
- Ability to operate a manual transmission or willingness to learn.
- Ability to read labels at a fast pace and work independently.
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least one year of experience in leadership and the transportation industry.
Responsibilities
- Assist with parking and fueling vehicles.
- Cover routes when needed.
- Ensure trailer cuts are made for timely delivery to branches.
- Communicate with warehouse staff and other management to resolve discrepancies.
- Manage the security of the yard and building.
- Assist in stacking and sorting freight to ensure its flow.
- Cover various shifts as needed.
- Perform other required duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) Plan
- Quarterly Bonuses
- Shift differential
- Paid overtime at time and a half after 40 hours per week
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
