Warehouse & Relief Backup Driver

Daikin Comfort; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Williams Distributing Co. and Shoemaker Inc., part of Daikin Comfort Technologies North America, Inc., is seeking a Warehouse & Relief Driver to support warehouse operations and local deliveries in Michigan.

You will manage loading, unloading, stocking, and order preparation while serving as a backup driver for customer site deliveries. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and excellent customer service, with routine inspections and paperwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years old.
• Valid driver’s license in the state of employment.
• Working knowledge of DOT regulations.
• Minimum 1 year of verifiable commercial driving experience within the past 3 years.
• Placement as driver contingent upon DOT road test, pre-employment drug & alcohol testing, and background check.
• DMV record cannot reflect more than 2 moving violations or preventable accidents in past 3 years.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office including Outlook & Excel, Mincron and a scanner.

Responsibilities

• Off-load, put-away, pick, and stage inventory of equipment and parts.
• Support local deliveries as a backup driver to customer and company locations.
• Complete will calls and prepare orders for delivery or pickup.
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness and safety through daily inspections.
• Assist customers and internal staff with product inquiries and order fulfillment.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of delivery vehicles and forklifts.
• Maintain compliance with DOT regulations and company safety standards.
• Accurately complete delivery logs and related paperwork.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Strong driving record

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office (Outlook & Excel)

Mincron

Scanner

Job description

Position Responsibilities

(Daikin Division Williams Distributing Co. and Shoemaker Inc.)

Position Responsibilities

(Daikin Division Williams Distributing Co. and Shoemaker Inc.)

The Warehouse & Relief Driver plays a dual role in ensuring efficient warehouse operations and supporting local deliveries. This position is responsible for off-loading, put-away, picking, staging, and inventory management of equipment and parts, while also serving as a backup driver to deliver products to customer and company locations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and excellent customer service skills.

May Include

• Safely operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment to load/unload and transfer materials
• Receive, stock, and organize inventory in designated locations
• Maintain accurate inventory records and assist with cycle counts
• Complete will calls and prepare orders for delivery or customer pickup
• Ensure warehouse cleanliness and safety through daily inspections and good housekeeping practices
• Assist customers and internal staff with product inquiries and order fulfillment
• Wear proper PPE and uniform during all shifts
• Follow standard operating procedures and company policies
• Serve as a backup driver for local deliveries as needed
• Safely load, secure, and deliver products to customer sites using company vehicles
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of delivery vehicles and forklifts
• Maintain compliance with DOT regulations and company safety standards
• Accurately complete delivery logs and related paperwork
• Provide courteous and professional service during deliveries
• Assist with front counter or branch operations when required

Knowledge & Skills

• Minimum 21 years old
• Possesses a valid driver’s license in the state of employment
• Has a working knowledge of commercial truck mechanics
• Has a working knowledge of current Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations
• Has a minimum of 1 year of verifiable commercial driving experience within the past 3 years
• Placement as driver is contingent upon successful completion of DOT road test, pre-employment drug & alcohol testing, and background check
• DMV record cannot reflect an excess of 2 moving violations and/or preventable accidents within the past 3 years
• Valid driving license with excellent driving record
• Must pass DOT standards
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to proficiently use MS Office including Outlook & Excel, Mincron and a scanner

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of warehouse experience
• Minimum 1 year of operating a DOT regulated vehicle, box truck preferred
• Current Valid Driver License

Education/Certification

• High School diploma or GED required
• Valid driver’s license Chauffeurs with clean driving record
• DOT screening annually

People Management

No

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and perform repetitive physical tasks
• Comfortable working in a non-climate-controlled warehouse

Reports To

Manager, Transportation

Learn More About Williams Distributing

Williams Distributing Co. and Shoemaker Inc., part of Daikin Comfort Technologies North America, Inc., a leading wholesale distributor in Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana, specializing in HVAC equipment and residential products like Kitchen and Bath, Hearth, and Garage Doors. Our mission is to enhance living environments through quality products and services while working closely with dealers, builders, contractors, designers, and architects.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.