Position Overview
The Warehouse Associate & CDL Class B Driver oversees warehouse operations and the local delivery process. This role integrates with warehouse operations, requiring hands-on support for freight loading, staging, and unloading using equipment such as a manual pallet jack, and a direct transfer of goods at the customer destination. This position will operate 3 days within the warehouse and 2 days as a driver.
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities
Warehouse Operations
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Assist in loading and unloading trucks using pallet jacks and/or manual lifting.
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Transfer the items from the pallet onto carts for the client and maintain a clean, safe working environment.
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Perform picking and packing duties accurately based on outgoing orders.
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Assist with inbound receiving processes, including unloading and staging incoming freight.
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Conduct quality checks and inspections of goods to ensure quantity and condition match documentation.
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Collaborate with the warehouse team to perform various operational tasks as needed to maintain workflow.
Driving & Delivery
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Operate a Class B commercial vehicle (e.g., box truck, straight truck) to deliver goods to local customers.
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Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure safety and compliance with DOT regulations.
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Secure loads effectively using straps, bolsters, or locks to prevent damage during transit.
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Maintain accurate electronic logs and delivery documentation (BOLs, invoices, and signatures).
General Responsibilities
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Facility & Vehicle Maintenance
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Maintain a clean and organized dock area, ensuring it is free of debris and hazards to prioritize safety.
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Responsible for the routine cleaning and interior upkeep of the assigned commercial vehicle to ensure professional standards and cargo safety.
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Provide professional customer service to external and internal partners, including at delivery points, acting as the "face of the company."
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Perform other related job duties as assigned or required.
Required Qualifications
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A valid Class B CDL Drivers License is required.
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A minimum of 36 months experience working in a full-time Class B driving position in the previous 5 years.
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At least 12 months of full-time Class B vehicle driving experience within the last 3 years.
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No more than two (2) moving violations while operating a personal or commercial motor vehicle in the last three (3) years.
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No serious traffic violations or convictions while operating a commercial motor vehicle in the last three (3) years.
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No clearinghouse violations in the last 5 years.
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Knowledge of all applicable DOT Regulations and Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
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Ability to satisfy FMSCA/DOT requirements including a clean drug and alcohol screen and a passing DOT physical.
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High level of reliability and commitment to the role.
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Strong communication skills with the ability to navigate interactions professionally.
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Must be able to read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public and respond to official inquiries to drivers.
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Must meet minimum age and insurability requirements (21 years of age or older) in accordance with company insurance policies and/or federal regulations governing commercial vehicle operation.
Physical Requirements
This position requires the physical ability to:
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Safely operate a commercial motor vehicle for extended periods
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Climb in and out of trucks, trailers, and loading docks multiple times per shift
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Lift, pull, push, or carry up to 75 pounds as needed for loading/unloading
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Sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed
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Stand and/or walk for extended periods (up to 8 hours, depending on shift)
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Reach with hands and arms overhead and below waist level
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Occasionally lift heavier items with or without assistance
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Maintain manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to operate vehicle controls
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Enter and exit the vehicle’s cab multiple times per shift (truck seats are generally 5-6’ off the ground; requires climbing 2-3 steps outside the cab and 1 step inside the cab before seating)
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Sit for extended periods while driving (up to 11 hours per day in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations)
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Pass and maintain DOT medical certification, including vision, hearing, and physical fitness standards
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Participate in DOT and Company required alcohol and controlled substance testing program
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Work in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow)