Driver Helper Delivery

Builders FirstSource; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Driver Helper to support delivery operations. This role involves assisting in loading and off-loading products, ensuring timely delivery to customer sites, and maintaining safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a valid driver's license. Join a company that values its employees and offers a supportive culture, where you can grow your career in the thriving building materials industry. If you're ready to make a difference and embrace new challenges, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Supportive culture

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in delivery or similar tasks.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Driver in delivering and off-loading products.
• Inspect and maintain delivery vehicles for safety.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Ability to read maps and road signs

Customer service skills

Knowledge of escort service regulations

Basic math and measurement skills

Use of material handling equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Material handling equipment

Job description

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Ignite your career at Builders FirstSource, America’s largest supplier of building materials, value-added components, and building services to the professional market. The #1 name in our industry, we help make the dream of home ownership more achievable every day. At BFS, you’ll be equipped with all the tools, training, and resources you need, and you’ll be empowered to try new things, gain new experiences, and build a career with unlimited horizons.

PURPOSE

Assists Driver in delivering customer orders; assists in loading and off-loading product; or drives pilot vehicle for oversize loads. May deliver customer orders using a company van or pickup truck under 10,000 GVW. Work is performed under the direction of department supervisor or manager. Does NOT require a Commercial Motor Vehicle license.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

1. Assists with loading and appropriately securing product onto or inside delivery vehicle using motorized or non-motorized material handling equipment.
2. Assists Driver in delivering and off-loading product at customer facility. With assistance from Driver will carry product (i.e., drywall, windows, doors, etc) to a designated area at the customer site.
3. Delivers customer orders to customer site using a company van or pickup truck. Obtains signed proof of delivery.
4. Drives pilot vehicle for oversize loads, ensuring compliance with appropriate safety regulations.
5. Inspects and maintains delivery vehicles to ensure safety and compliance with regulatory requirements.
6. Plans and paces own work efficiency in order to meet daily, weekly, project, or team related productivity goals.
7. Understands and observes all safety procedures and practices in order to prevent injury to self or co-workers; attends periodic safety meetings as required; may recommend changes to improve safety procedures.
8. Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or GED and one (1) year experience performing similar tasks, or equivalent education, training, or experience. Valid driver’s license required.

COMPETENCIES

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to read and understand maps, routes, road signs
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to read and understand machine and equipment diagrams and system schematics
• Knowledgeable of escort service regulations
• Knowledge of basic math and measurement skills
• Knowledge of and ability to use motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

The physical demands include regularly riding in a truck delivering product, working in all weather conditions, and lifting up to 100 pounds frequently, with occasional lifts up to 200 pounds with assistance. Tasks may involve climbing, lifting, pushing, or kneeling, and require physical agility and strength.

We offer competitive benefits and a supportive, people-first culture. For details, visit www.bldrbenefits.com. Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For accommodations under the ADA, contact [phone] or email [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Wholesale Building Materials