Driver Helper – Building Materials

Better Living, Inc.; Troy (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Better Living, Inc. in Troy, VA is seeking a dependable Driver Helper to support delivery drivers and bring building supplies to local job sites. This role is daytime, outdoor, and team-focused with a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Responsibilities include assisting with loading, unloading, material handling, and ensuring safety on site. Prior construction or material handling experience is a plus, but we will train the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Physical capability to lift, push, pull, and carry 50–100 lbs regularly.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and a positive team attitude.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines and jobsite protocols at all times.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record preferred (backup driver potential).
• Construction, warehouse, or material handling experience is a plus but not required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist delivery drivers with loading, securing, transporting, and unloading lumber and building materials at job sites.
• Stage, maneuver, and position heavy construction materials safely.
• Serve as a polite and professional representative of Better Living on job sites.
• Inspect, strap, and prepare staging areas and trucks before route departure.
• Keep equipment, delivery vehicles, and work zones clean and compliant with safety guidelines.

Skills

Physical capability

Reliability

Safety mindset

Driving record

Experience (construction/warehouse)

Job description

Description

About Better Living, Inc.

At Better Living, Inc., we’ve been supporting central Virginia’s building industry for generations. We take pride in delivering top-quality lumber, building supplies, doors, and windows to local job sites. We are currently seeking a dependable, hardworking Driver Helper to join our team at our Troy, VA facility.

Position Overview

As a Driver Helper, you will work side-by-side with our delivery drivers to transport and deliver building supplies directly to local residential and commercial customer job sites. This is an active, hands-on outdoor role ideal for someone who enjoys teamwork, physical activity, and daytime hours.

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM (No nights or weekends!)

Pay Rate: $16.00 – $17.00 / hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivery Assistance: Assist delivery drivers with loading, securing, transporting, and safely unloading lumber and building materials at job sites.
• Material Handling: Stage, maneuver, and position heavy construction materials safely.
• Customer Interaction: Serve as a polite and professional representative of Better Living while on job sites.
• Yard & Load Prep: Help inspect, strap, and prepare staging areas and trucks before route departure.
• Safety & Maintenance: Keep equipment, delivery vehicles, and work zones clean, organized, and compliant with safety guidelines.

Requirements

• Physical Capability: Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry 50 to 100 lbs on a regular basis.
• Reliability: Strong work ethic, punctual attendance, and a positive team attitude.
• Safety Mindset: Ability to follow safety guidelines and jobsite protocols at all times.
• Driving Record: Valid driver’s license and clean driving record preferred (backup/future driver potential).
• Experience: Previous construction, warehouse, or material handling experience is a plus, but not required, we will train the right candidate!