Driver Helper Delivery

Builders FirstSource; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Builders FirstSource is looking for individuals to assist drivers in delivering customer orders in Columbia, SC. Responsibilities include loading products, delivering using company vehicles, and ensuring safety compliance.

Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, and the ability to lift heavy items. Strong communication skills and customer service experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• 1 year experience or equivalent education/training.
• Must have the ability to lift up to 100 pounds frequently.

Responsibilities

• Assist with loading product onto delivery vehicle.
• Deliver customer orders to specified sites.
• Drive pilot vehicle for oversize loads.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Ability to read maps and road signs

Excellent customer service skills

Knowledge of basic math and measurement skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Motorized material handling equipment

Non-motorized material handling equipment

Job description

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

• Assists with loading and appropriately securing product onto or inside delivery vehicle using motorized or non‑motorized material handling equipment.
• 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.
• Delivers customer orders to customer site using a company van or pickup truck. Obtains signed proof of delivery.
• Drives pilot vehicle for oversize loads, ensuring compliance with appropriate safety regulations.
• Inspects and maintains delivery vehicles to ensure safety and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Plans and paces own work efficiency in order to meet daily, weekly, project, or team related productivity goals.
• 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.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and one (1) year experience performing these or similar tasks, or equivalent combination of 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 described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly rides in a truck delivering product to customers. Works in all types of weather. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 100 pounds frequently and on occasion may be required to lift and carry, with assistance, up to 200 pounds.
• May be required to perform specific tasks that involve climbing, lifting, pushing or kneeling.
• Must be able to climb up and down into cab, twist torso for 360 degree visibility, use arms to operate controls, etc.

Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Builders FirstSource, please call [phone] or email [e-mail]. Please do not send resumes to this email address - it is intended only to be used to request an accommodation in submitting an application for a job opening.