Warehouse Associate-1

Whitecap; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

White Cap in Austin, TX is seeking a Warehouse Associate to support daily warehouse operations. You will load, unload, pick, stock, stage, and transport materials, ensuring accurate preparation for shipment or pickup and safe handling.

The role requires a HS diploma or GED and 0-2 years of experience. Candidates should be able to lift up to 50 pounds, operate forklifts, follow safety policies, and work in a fast-paced, team-based environment on site.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED strongly preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in area of responsibility.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Loads, unloads, sorts, picks, stocks, stages, and transports materials throughout the warehouse and yard.
• Prepares items for shipment or customer pickup by securely packaging materials using shrink wrap, strapping, or other protective methods.
• Verifies product accuracy and condition before staging or shipping.
• Installs protective devices such as bracing or padding to prevent damage during transport.
• Operates forklifts or other material handling equipment to move goods safely and efficiently.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with safety policies and procedures.
• Assists customers, installers, or subcontractors by fulfilling orders or locating materials.
• May drive company vehicles to pick up or deliver materials as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Load/unload

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

A position at White Cap isn’t your ordinary job. You’ll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities.

The White Cap family is committed to Building Trust on Every Job. We do this by being deeply knowledgeable, fully capable, and always dependable, and our associates are the driving force behind this commitment.

Job Summary

Responsible for supporting warehouse operations by performing a variety of tasks including loading, unloading, order picking, shipping, and material handling. Ensures products are accurately prepared for pickup or delivery, secured for transport, and handled in a safe, efficient, and dependable manner.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

Loads, unloads, sorts, picks, stocks, stages, and transports materials throughout the warehouse and yard.

Prepares items for shipment or customer pickup by securely packaging materials using shrink wrap, strapping, or other protective methods.

Verifies product accuracy and condition before staging or shipping.

Installs protective devices such as bracing or padding to prevent damage during transport.

Operates forklifts or other material handling equipment to move goods safely and efficiently.

Maintains a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with safety policies and procedures.

Assists customers, installers, or subcontractors by fulfilling orders or locating materials.

May drive company vehicles to pick up or deliver materials as needed.

Nature and Scope

• Selects correct processes from clearly prescribed rules, past practices, or instruction. Seeks advice and guidance on non-routine or problem areas from supervisor. Deviations from the norm are cleared by the supervisor.
• Under close supervision, exercises limited latitude/independent judgment. Work typically involves detailed checks or close review of output by a senior coworker and/or supervisor.
• None.

Work Environment

• Typically located in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors that may cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness, such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noises, and fumes.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds in a physical environment. Ability to stand for periods of time up to and exceeding 60 minutes. Ability to make repetitive movements, such as using a 10-key or calculator, bending, or squatting.
• Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Education and Experience

• HS Diploma or GED strongly preferred. 0-2 years of experience in area of responsibility.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely.

Basic understanding of shipping, receiving, and material handling procedures.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Physical ability to lift and move heavy materials.

Willingness to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.

If you’re looking to play a role in building America, consider one of our open opportunities. We can’t wait to meet you.

Functional Area

Field Operations

Work Type

On-Site

Req ID WCJR-037216

White Cap is an Equal Opportunity Minority/Female/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veteran and Affiliated Employer. White Cap considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to age, race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law.