Driver

Talentify; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Watsco is seeking a Driver to load, deliver, and transport HVAC freight within a defined region. The role requires loading/unloading, collecting signed invoices, and assisting in warehouse tasks.

A clean driving record and ability to pass DOT physicals are essential. Applicants should have at least 24 months of verifiable driving experience with a 22’ box truck or stake bed, strong attention to detail, and a willingness to learn and grow with the company.

Qualifications

• .Required: 24 months verifiable experience driving a 22’ minimum box truck or stake bed truck.
• .Possess a clean driving record with limited violations and incidents.
• .Ability to pass DOT physicals and communicate effectively with customers.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload products for delivery in assigned region.
• Collect invoices with signatures and return to Sales Center Manager.
• Assist in warehouse tasks including inventory counts, picking, and verification.
• Maintain daily truck maintenance checklist and report times with merchandise returns.
• Adhere to safety requirements and PPE usage.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driving experience

Customer service

Safety compliance

DOT requirements

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Looking for a Cool Job in a fast-paced environment with a dynamic team representing the industry leader in HVAC distribution? The Driver loads, delivers, and transports HVAC freight and materials from one of our established wholesale HVAC distributorships to customers within a defined region.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Load and unload products for delivery in assigned region.
• Collect invoices with proper signatures and return to Sales Center Manager.
• Assist in the Warehouse with inventory counts, picking, verifying orders, and several Warehouse duties.
• Responsible for daily checklist of truck maintenance and reporting in/out times with merchandise returns.
• Adhere to all safety requirements, including wearing appropriate PPE.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• In addition to the above responsibilities, this individual is held accountable for all other duties as assigned.

Pay Range: $23-25.00/hr.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 24 months of verifiable, current experience driving a 22’ minimum box truck, or stake bed truck.
• Possess a clean driving record:
• No more than one moving violation in any one year period.
• No more than one preventable accident in any two year period.
• No restrictions, suspensions or DUI convictions in the past 3 years.
• Ability to pass DOT physical examination requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and provide superior service.
• A willingness to learn and grow with our Company.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.
• Warehouse experience, including driving a forklift/appliance lift, is a plus.

EEO Statement

Watsco and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of age, color, race, religion, disability, sex, or national origin. We support a diverse and inclusive workplace where we employ, retain, terminate, and otherwise treat all employees and job applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications and competence.