Driver Warehouse Associate

SummaryThe 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 includesmaintainingand operating thewarehouse inbetween deliveries.

Essential Duties/AccountabilitiesRepresent 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 toSalesCenter Manager.

Assistin the Warehouse with inventory counts, picking and verifying orders.

Responsible for daily checklist of truck maintenance and reporting in/out times with merchandise returns.

Adhere to all company safety protocols and procedures.

Utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) asrequired.

Report any safety hazards or incidentsimmediatelyto management.

Participate in regular safety training sessions and drills.

Ensure proper handling and storage of all products to prevent accidents and injuries.

Follow all guidelines for the safe operation of the truck and other warehouse equipment.

Maintain a clean and organized truck and workspace to prevent accidents and injuries.

Ensureall loading and unloading activities are conducted safely, using proper techniques and equipment.

Perform other duties as assigned.

QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GEDrequired; equivalent experience may be considered.

Minimum 1-year truck driving experience.

Box Truck delivery experienceA valid Department of Transportation (DOT) medical certificate isrequiredprior to employment.

The role requires the ability to meet DOT physical qualification standards, with reasonable accommodationsCDLlicense ishighly desirable.

Warehouse experience, including driving a forklift/appliance lift, is a plus.

Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on customer service, problem-solving, and relationship-building.

Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment; reasonable accommodations will be provided as needed.

Demonstrated interest in continuous learning, mentoring, and leadership.

Proficiencyin Microsoft Office or similar productivity tools; assistive technologies may be used to support this function.

Excellent customer service mindset with the ability to developlong termrelationships.

A valid driver's license isrequiredonly if driving is an essential function of the role.

SkillsStrong interpersonal skills.

Excellent customer service mindset with the ability to developlong termrelationships.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Excellent analytical aptitude with a proven ability to analyze/interpret data.

Strong and creative problem-solving skillsAbility to work independently and in a team environment.

Proactivelyseekscontinuous process and service improvements.

This role requires the ability to understand and communicate in English tocomply withsafety standards, training, policies, and procedures. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to support effective communication.

Physical Demands and Work EnvironmentThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Required to move parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

Required to position self to access equipment by standing, sitting, or walking, climbing, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.

Operates computer and telephone equipment for extended periods of time.

Visual acuity isrequiredto perform essential job functions such as reading labels, inspecting equipment, monitoring inventory, and operating machinery. Tasks may involve close vision, distance vision, color differentiation, peripheral awareness, depth perception, and visual focus.

Required tooperatewarehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks