Driver / Warehouse Support Associate

Granite City Electric Supply Co., Inc; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 34,440 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Profit sharing

Health benefits

Telehealth

Wellness reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Referral incentives

Job summary

Granite City Electric Supply is seeking a Driver/Warehouse Support Associate in Connecticut to deliver, receive, store, and ship materials. Hours are 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday; pay rate is $25-27 per hour based on experience.

The role requires operating trucks or equipment, counting items, and ensuring safe delivery and accurate documentation while maintaining a professional appearance and adherence to safety policies.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid CDL and clean driving record required.
• Experience with box truck driving and warehouse equipment preferred.
• Forklift operation experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload company trucks manually or with equipment.
• Accurately count and record received or shipped items.
• Deliver material to customers safely and efficiently.
• Maintain truck safety, housekeeping, and vehicle readiness.
• Complete paperwork and data input per procedures.

Skills

Punctuality

Time management

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Commercial driver’s license (CDL)

Tools

Forklift operation

Eclipse software

GPS / maps

Job description

Driver/Warehouse Support Associate

Granite City Electric Supply is the area's premier electrical distributor serving electrical contractors and residential, commercial and industrial customers for over 100 years. With over 30 branches covering Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Vermont and Connecticut, it is the largest regional independent electrical supply company and the official distributor of electrical supplies to the Boston Red Sox.

Benefits include a company 401K match and profit sharing, competitive health benefits with telehealth, up to $450 in health & wellness reimbursement, employee assistance program and referral incentives.

Job Summary The Driver/Warehouse Support Associate will be responsible for delivering, receiving, storing, and shipping materials in a timely, efficient and safe manner, as well as performing physical and clerical warehouse duties. Hours: 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Pay rate: $25-27 per hour based on experience.

Essential Position Functions

• Load and unload company trucks manually or using a forklift, pallet jack, handcart, or other device.
• Accurately count, check, prepare, and record items being received or shipped.
• Deliver material to customers in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ensure trucks are in safe operating condition and maintain a clean appearance.
• Communicate with sales associates to solve problems and meet customer needs.
• Provide feedback to the warehouse supervisor to improve driving route efficiency.
• Assemble, package, label, stack, palletize, and route material for safe delivery or storage.
• Complete paperwork, documentation, and data input per established procedures.
• Perform maintenance and housekeeping duties.
• Maintain current knowledge of GCE policies, participate in training, and attend meetings.
• Work helpfully and cooperatively with customers and associates.
• Maintain a professional appearance.
• Participate in processes and programs to promote a safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Safe driving and forklift operator courses desirable.
• 1-3 years of professional box truck driving experience preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with forklift operations and warehouse equipment preferred.
• Eclipse software experience preferred; computer aptitude is necessary.
• Equivalent education or experience may substitute for any of the above.

Position Requirements

• Embrace GCE core values: Pride, Accountability, Integrity, and Respect.
• Electrical or construction experience is preferred, but not required.
• Must possess a valid commercial driver’s license, clean driving record, and familiarity with delivery areas.
• Must possess a valid, unexpired Medical DOT card.
• Experience with medium-sized trucks and warehouse equipment preferred.
• Must be able to understand maps and/or GPS technology.
• Punctuality and time management skills are required.
• Willing to learn and actively participate in coaching.
• Adaptable and flexible as business fluctuates.
• Works with a sense of urgency.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to bend, twist, and stoop frequently.
• Must be able to climb in and out of trucks routinely.
• Ability to walk, stand, and sit.
• Ability to push/pull up to 70 lbs repetitively.

Granite City offers competitive wages, great benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, STD/LTD, 401k, vacation, holiday, sick, and more!

Join our team and work among the best in the industry!

We are an equal opportunity employer. Disabled/Veteran. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. Granite City Electric uses E-Verify.