Driver Warehouse Associate

Baker Distributing Company; Paris (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Driver Warehouse Associate to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of HVAC products. In this vital role, you will represent the company by delivering goods to customers and maintaining exceptional service standards. Your responsibilities will include loading and unloading products, managing inventory, and performing truck maintenance. The ideal candidate will possess a strong customer service mindset, effective communication skills, and a commitment to safety. Join a dynamic team and grow your career in a supportive environment that values professionalism and excellence.

Qualifications

• 1+ year truck driving experience required.
• Must possess a clean driving record and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Safely deliver HVAC products while maintaining customer satisfaction.
• Assist in warehouse operations and inventory management.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Teamwork

English Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Pallet Jack

Job description

Job 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 includes maintaining and operating the warehouse in between deliveries.

Essential Duties/Accountabilities

• Duties and responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
• 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 to Sales Center Manager
• Assist in the Warehouse with inventory counts, picking and verifying orders
• Responsible for daily checklist of truck maintenance and reporting in/out times with merchandise returns
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum 1-year truck driving experience
• Box Truck delivery experience
• Must possess a clean driving record with no restrictions, suspensions, or DUI convictions in the past 3 years
• Must have a current DOT Physical card prior to employment
• Must be able to pass DOT physical examination requirements
• CDL license is highly desirable
• Warehouse experience, including driving a forklift/appliance lift, is a plus
• Must be able to communicate effectively with customers and provide superior service
• Must possess the attitude of wanting to learn and grow with the Company
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must possess and maintain a current, valid Driver’s License

Skills

• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate on all levels within internal and external groups
• Excellent customer service mindset with the ability to develop long term relationships
• 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
• Proactively seeks continuous process and service improvements
• Must be proficient in speaking, reading, and understanding English to ensure full compliance with safety standards, training, policies, and procedures

Licensing and Certifications

• Valid driver license

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.

• Must be able to frequently lift up to 50 pounds
• The employee frequently is required to stand sit or walk, climb, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Ability to utilize a computer keyboard, computer monitor, and telephone for prolonged periods of time
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• The employee may use equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks and other warehouse equipment
• Must be able to utilize heavy machinery