WAREHOUSE ASSISTANT AND DRIVER

The A&D Scenery Warehouse Assistant and Driver (Warehouse/Driver) is a driving and warehouse position, with an emphasis on reliability and determination. The responsibilities include operating box trucks and vans, safely loading and unloading gear, dropping off/picking up crews to event venues. The Driver will demonstrate safe driving skills, remain customer-focused, and display a strong work ethic.

Further responsibilities include but are not limited to maintaining the warehouse work environment and shipping area, receiving and putting away inbound orders, and quality checking outbound shipments. This is a full-time position (typically 40 or more hours per week). Workload varies based on volume and availability.

Benefits

• 401k Safe Harbor with Employer 5% match
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Potential for overtime
• Eligible for annual increases based on performance
• Opportunities for professional growth

Under the supervision of the Director of Production and Warehouse Manager:

• Prepares orders by processing requests and supply orders; pulling materials; packing boxes; placing orders in delivery area.
• Completes deliveries by driving truck or van to and from vendors.
• Maintains truck or van by completing preventive maintenance requirements, arranging for repairs.
• Maintains quality service by following organization standards.
• Maintains safe and clean work environment by keeping shelves, pallet area, and workstations neat; maintaining clean shipping supply area; complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Responsible for operating a forklift to move, locate, stack, and count merchandise.
• Receiving/Put-Away: Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations.
• Efficiently stack and store the merchandise in the appropriate areas.
• Quality: Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Prior customer service-related job experience preferred but not required.
• Understanding of hotel/convention docks
• Ability to execute consecutive events while handling the associated stresses and challenges.
• Can positively interact with team members and customers on a daily basis and be open to constructive criticism.
• A great attitude
• Can read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
• Must maintain a professional appearance, have reliable transportation, and be punctual.
• Is able to problem solve and prioritize needs while on jobsites.
• Is able to handle team dynamics, and customer service issues on a daily basis.

Driver Requirements:

• Possess a valid, unexpired driver’s license
• Prior Box Truck / Van driving background and able to drive Quest light-duty vans.
• Pass Quest-generated written and practical driving tests.
• Submit to an annual driving record review (No DUIs, etc).
• This position is required to pass a DOT physical and drug test. Must be able to pass written and practical driving tests.
• Must be able to drive all company vehicles, including medium-duty trucks (such as 16' box truck).

Physical Job Requirements:

• Ability to repeatedly lift up to 100 lbs and work on a step ladder without exceeding maximum weight allowance.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time.

Mental Demands:

• Problem solve and prioritize needs while on jobsites.
• Do simple math calculations and think logically.
• Analyze information and perform needed actions to fulfill duties.
• Able to handle traffic stress and team dynamics.

ABOUT QUEST EVENTS: Quest Events is North Americas market leader in event rentals, providing pipe and drape, scenic, décor and furnishing solutions to the AV, hospitality, corporate, wedding and exhibition industries. With locations across the US, and service capabilities in Canada, we provide our clients with the most creative, effective and efficient rental solutions and installation services. Click here to see more of our work: https://www.questevents.com/corporate-events/