Branch Warehouseperson / Driver

United Refrigeration Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

United Refrigeration Inc. seeks a delivery driver to support daily branch operations in Tampa. You will make deliveries, pull customer orders, and stock inventory while adhering to DOT regulations and hazmat CDL requirements.

Responsibilities include inspecting vehicles, loading/unloading shipments, preparing products for shipment, and assisting at the counter as needed. The role requires strong safety awareness and punctual attendance.

Qualifications

• Maintain valid DOT medical and drug-free requirements.
• Able to carry at least 75 pounds and lift up to 105 lbs (4–5 hours daily).
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections as per DOT.
• CDL with hazmat endorsement is required.
• Climb ladders as needed and operate a forklift when required.
• Greet customers and assist at counter as needed.

Responsibilities

• Make deliveries to customers, other branches/warehouses, and vendors.
• Pull orders for customers and prepare shipments.
• Load and unload shipments using proper equipment.
• Prepare products for shipment with UPS, FedEx, and common carriers.
• Receive shipments and process related paperwork.
• Maintain daily trip logs and fuel reports.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

DOT regulations

Hazmat CDL endorsement

Ability to lift 75 lbs

Customer service

Pre-trip and post-trip inspections

Operate computer system

Education

Geography of the area

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Overview

Provide support for daily branch operations, i.e. make deliveries, pull orders, and put away stock.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions

• Have and maintain a valid driver’s license
• Make deliveries to and pick-ups from customers, other branches/warehouses, and vendors/suppliers
• Pull orders for customers
• Load and unload shipments/deliveries using proper equipment
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and maintenance functions according to DOT regulations.
• Comply with all federal, state and company requirements pertaining to motor vehicle laws and accident reporting.
• Keep up daily trip logs, pre and post inspection reports, monthly fuel reports
• Prepare product for shipment via UPS, FedEx and common carrier
• Receive shipments from UPS, FedEx and common carrier
• Handle and process paperwork on damaged product.
• Prepare Returns and Reclaims for shipment including appropriate paperwork
• Break down and put away stock using proper equipment
• Greet customers promptly and courteously by name (if known)
• Answer telephones promptly and courteously identifying yourself and the company
• Regular and punctual attendance

Other Job Functions

• Assist at counter as needed
• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe work environment inside and out; i.e., empty trash, sweep floors, clean bathroom(s), etc.
• Perform related jobs as required

Qualifications

Skills and Physical Abilities

• Meet the following physical requirements
• All DOT medical and drug-free requirements
• Ability to carry at least 75 pounds
• Lift boxes up to 3.6 cubic feet/105 lbs (4-5 hours daily)
• Sit in, get into/out of vehicle cab (2-3 hours daily)
• Steer and drive vehicle (also shift a standard transmission) (as required)
• Ability to climb ladders 2
• Ability to use computer system as pertains to the job
• Ability to get along with customers and other employees, follow directions and work under pressure

Equipment

• Forklift

Education/Knowledge

• Geography of the area

Licenses Required

• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with hazmat endorsement

Work Environment

• Overtime required during off-season and mandatory during season and inventory
• Heated store area
• Unheated warehouse area
• Concrete floors