Driver Warehouse Associate

Baker Distributing Company; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 37,195; Full time

Job summary

Baker Distributing Company in Bakersfield, CA is hiring an HVAC Delivery Driver & Warehouse Associate. You will safely deliver HVAC products to customers, load/unload, and support warehouse operations while upholding exceptional service.

The role requires a clean driving record, DOT medical certificate, and strong teamwork. This is a full‑time position with potential for growth and reliable hours.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 1 year of truck driving experience is preferred.
• Valid DOT medical certificate is required prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver HVAC products safely and efficiently to customers.
• Load and unload trucks and assist in the warehouse as needed.
• Collect invoices with signatures and return to Sales Center Manager.

Skills

Truck driving

Customer service

Safety compliance

Inventory management

English communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Pallet Jack

Microsoft Office

Job description

HVAC Delivery Driver & Warehouse Associate - Join Our Team!

Are you a skilled and customer-focused professional looking for a new challenge in the HVAC industry? Baker Distributing Company isseekinga reliable and detail-oriented Driver Warehouse Associate to join our team! As a key representative of our company, you willbe responsible forsafely and efficiently delivering HVAC products to our valued customers while providing top-notch customer service.

Summary

The Driver serves as the representative of Baker Distributing, crucial to both our operations and customer satisfaction. In this role, you will be tasked with the safe and efficient delivery of products to our esteemed customers, all while upholding exceptional customer service and professionalism. The Driver Warehouse Associate role involves daily delivering and transporting HVAC goods and materials from our established wholesale HVAC distributorships to customers, vendors, or other Sales Center locations. This role also includesmaintainingand operating thewarehouse inbetween deliveries.

Essential Duties/Accountabilities

• Represent Baker Distributing Company as a leader in the industry.
• Daily loading and unloading of products in truck for delivery to customers and/or other Sales Centers.
• Collect invoices with proper signatures and return toSalesCenter Manager.
• Assistin the Warehouse with inventory counts, picking and verifying orders.
• Responsible for daily checklist of truck maintenance and reporting in/out times with merchandise returns.
• Adhere to all company safety protocols and procedures.
• Utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) asrequired.
• Report any safety hazards or incidentsimmediatelyto management.
• Participate in regular safety training sessions and drills.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of all products to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Follow all guidelines for the safe operation of the truck and other warehouse equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized truck and workspace to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Ensureall loading and unloading activities are conducted safely, using proper techniques and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GEDrequired; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum 1-year truck driving experience.
• A valid Department of Transportation (DOT) medical certificate isrequiredprior to employment.
• The role requires the ability to meet DOT physical qualification standards, with reasonable accommodations
• CDLlicense ishighly desirable.
• Warehouse experience, including driving a forklift/appliance lift, is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on customer service, problem-solving, and relationship-building.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment; reasonableaccommodationswill be provided as needed.
• Demonstrated interest in continuous learning, mentoring, and leadership.
• Proficiencyin Microsoft Office or similar productivity tools; assistive technologies may be used to support this function.
• Excellent customer service mindset with the ability to developlong termrelationships.
• Applicants must be at least 21 years of age.
• A valid driver’s license isrequiredonly if driving is an essential function of the role.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent customer service mindset with the ability to developlong termrelationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical aptitude with a proven ability to analyze/interpret data.
• Strong and creative problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Proactivelyseekscontinuous process and service improvements.
• This role requires the ability to understand and communicate in English tocomply withsafety standards, training, policies, and procedures. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to support effective communication.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.Reasonableaccommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Required to move parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

Required to position self to access equipment by standing,sitting, orwalking, climbing, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.

Operates computer and telephone equipment for extended periods of time.

Visual acuity isrequiredto perform essential job functions such as reading labels, inspecting equipment,monitoringinventory, and operating machinery. Tasks may involve close vision, distance vision, color differentiation, peripheral awareness, depth perception, and visual focus.

Required tooperatewarehouseequipment suchas forklifts and pallet jacks

Position Pay Range: $18.00-$27.00