Driver Helper

J.B. Hunt; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Driver Helper to support loading, delivering, and unloading products. This role involves working closely with drivers, ensuring all paperwork is accurate, and maintaining a clean work environment. The position requires flexibility in scheduling, including potential night and weekend shifts. Ideal candidates will possess strong customer service skills and the ability to lift heavy items. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact customer satisfaction and operational success. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to grow in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid maternity leave

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old and pass a background check.
• Ability to lift products up to 50 lbs and handle larger items.

Responsibilities

• Assist with loading and unloading products using various equipment.
• Communicate delivery arrivals and maintain cleanliness of equipment.

Skills

Customer service skills

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Ability to work outdoors

Team lifting techniques

Education

GED

High School Diploma

Tools

Lift gate

Pallet jack

Job description

Job Title:

Driver Helper

Department:

Operations

Country:

United States of America

State/Province:

Oregon

City:

Tualatin

Full/Part Time:

Part time

Job Summary:

Under close supervision, this position is responsible for loading, delivering and unloading products using various equipment types including flatbeds, box trucks and dry vans. The incumbent will assist with securing products, ensuring paperwork completion and accuracy, communicating ETAs to customers, unloading products at job sites, stores, or customer homes, communicating with JBH management throughout the day, and cleaning the equipment at the end of the day. Incumbent must be able to work any shift to satisfy the demand for flexibility of scheduling to ensure operational success. This position has the possibility to work outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends in addition to overtime; it requires full-time attendance.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Review loading tickets and specifications to select and load appropriate products onto the delivery vehicle
2. Communicate delivery arrivals to the customer
3. Assist driver with ensuring all paperwork is in order, accurate, and complete
4. Unload products from delivery vehicle using appropriate equipment such as lift gate, ramp, push cart or pallet jack
5. Interact with coworkers and customers in a professional, fast-paced environment to ensure customer needs are met while building a strong working relationship with a positive attitude
6. Maintain cleanliness of delivery equipment and workspace
7. Understand and promote all JBHT safety requirements including required use of personal protective equipment to ensure safety of self and co-workers; adhere to safety policies and procedures to ensure job site is safe for product installation and free from hazards and obstructions that could endanger workers or damage the delivery site
8. May help in installing and assembling large appliances, furniture, and home exercise equipment

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

1. 18 years of age with the ability to pass a background check
2. Must possess ability to work outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if needed
3. Ability to lift product up to 50 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation
4. Ability to move and maneuver product upwards of 300 lbs using proper tools and carts, manual conveyance assistance, team lifting techniques, and accommodations
5. Ability to wear appropriate work attire (bump cap, footwear-steel toed shoes, gloves, safety vest)

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Customer service skills
2. Experience in handling products, especially home appliances and bulky furniture
3. Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record that meets JBH standards

Shift schedule: Tuesday – Thursday (15-30 hours during slow season of Feb – April) Will eventually be converted to Full time.

The expected starting pay for this position is between $15.76- $19.70.

Compensation:

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

Benefits:

The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: medical benefit, dental benefit, vision benefit, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time), six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave, and six paid holidays annually.

Education:

GED, High School

Work Experience:

Customer Service/Account Manager, Driver-Home Delivery

Job Opening ID:

00579370 Driver Helper (Open)