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Gaylor Electric

Warehouse Driver

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What they do

A Forklift or Pallet Jack Operator operates forklift machinery used to lift heavy loads or pallets at a construction site, warehouse or factory.

$44,687 / year median in Virginia

+12% projected growth

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Job Description

Warehouse Driver Gaylor Electric - 4.2 Richmond, VA Job Details Full-time 20 hours ago Qualifications City street navigation Vehicle inspections Construction material handling Personal protective equipment (PPE) use Servicing vehicles Ladder use Performing regular vehicle safety checks Map reading Driver's License Order fulfillment receiving Shipping and receiving inventory management Safety equipment Automotive scheduled maintenance Materials handling Hand tools Delivery detail verification Full Job Description
SCOPE OF WORK
Performs transportation, loading, unloading, and moving of materials from warehouse storage facilities to Company job site while following appropriate safety procedures. Duties include transporting materials, timely deliveries, shipping/receiving, picking up/packing orders, processing orders, stocking and re-shelving materials, and other warehouse related job tasks as assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Uses Gaylor Performance Values as tools to carry out all job responsibilities Valid Driver's License Ability to perform preventative vehicle inspections for oil, coolant, brake fluid, washer levels, signals, lights, etc. Ability to read maps and navigate roads and streets of assigned area Ability to handle material, warehouse, shipping/receiving, and storage/stockroom Strong administrative, organizational, and communication skills
RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs preventative maintenance and daily audits of vehicles and equipment to ensure mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order Responsible for receiving, archiving, and property control May coordinate the activities of assigned employees May respond to general inquiries related to warehouse delivery issues Reviews shipping schedules, job orders, and shipping orders/requisitions to determine materials to be moved, gathered, and distributed Pulls and prepares material for shipping and loads onto trucks while checking orders to ensure accuracy Manually handles materials by loading and unloading them onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves Moves material with the use of material handling equipment (i.e., forklift, pallet jack, and hoist) as necessary Loads materials and installs strapping, bracing, and/or appropriate padding to prevent shifting or damage and ensures materials are correctly distributed to the right locations for designated projects Coordinates delivery activities with employees to meet Company objectives and work schedules Records amounts of materials delivered and/or distributed Maintains accurate documentation, including maintenance/repair logs, timesheets, vehicle lots, progress reports, and DOT requirements Uses computer to track products, part numbers, quantities, locations, and notes Purchases tools, repair parts and construction equipment supplies as directed Other projects and tasks as assigned
WORKING CONDITIONS
May require working in all elements (heat, cold, rain, snow, etc.) depending on job location and/or time of year Must be able to utilize construction site sanitary facilities (port-o-lets) Must have required hand tools at all times while at work site (waist tool belts can weigh up to 30 lbs.) Must be able to work scheduled hours as well as overtime, as required, on short notice Must be able to work in noisy environments Must be able to remain calm in times of heightened emotional situations Must work well with others as a member of a team to complete tasks
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to wear personnel protective equipment (i.e., hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, high visibility vest, safety harness, etc.) when required Ability to stand, bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull, and reach overhead for extended periods of time Ability to lift loads of up to 51 lbs. Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers Ability to climb and use ladders and scaffolding of all types for extended periods of time Possess good vision/hearing (normal or corrected) Ability to make transition from designated employee parking areas to construction areas and be able to gain access to all levels of building/structure, even if only means of access is by OSHA approved site construction ladder or stairs still under construction but deemed safe for use Ability to work while constantly moving Ability to reach and stretch to position equipment, fixtures, etc. while maintaining balance Ability to use both hands simultaneously for tying knots and for proper use of power equipment Must be able to see color to discern color-coded wiring Must be physically capable of pulling wires and cables through conduits
EDUCATION
High School graduate or equivalent experience
EXPERIENCE
Two or more years of driving experience