Driver Helper

APM Terminals; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

401(k) + Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedules

Job summary

APM Terminals is seeking a Driver's helper in Windsor, Connecticut. As a Driver's helper, you will assist the driver with all day-to-day activities, including loading and unloading the truck. The role requires good physical stamina and customer service skills.

Compensation ranges from $18.00 to $21.00 per hour, with benefits like Medical, Dental, and 401(k) plans. The work schedule rotates Monday through Friday in 4×10 hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Capable of lifting/moving up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Regular use of phone and PC for shipping documents required.

Responsibilities

• Assist driver in loading and unloading truck.
• Help navigate to deliveries.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Ability to read a map

Ability to lift 75 lbs. unassisted

Good customer service skills

Education

High School or better

Job description

Job Summary

The Driver's helper is responsible for assisting the driver in all day‑to‑day activities, including loading and unloading the truck, and any other duties the driver may need. Shift: Monday‑Friday, 4×10 hour days (schedule rotates with one day off during the week).

Essential Functions

• Accurately load daily route onto the truck.
• Scan daily route onto the truck.
• Assist driver with navigating to deliveries.
• Assist driver with carrying freight into a business or residence destination.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to read a map and general geographic knowledge of the area.
• Ability to lift 75 lbs. unassisted.
• Must possess good customer service skills.

Education

High School or better.

Physical Requirements

The position requires standing and walking for extended periods, stooping, kneeling, crouching, using hands, reaching, bending, and lifting objects above the head. Employees must be able to regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds and use pallet jacks and forklifts. Regular use of a phone and PC, reading and writing of shipping documents is also required.

Work Environment & Additional Requirements

The information provided indicates the general nature and level of work performed. Employees may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other areas to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods.

Company Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) + Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)
• Additional benefits available.

Pay Range

$18.00 to $21.00 per hour (anticipated starting salary range). The company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location.

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