Description We are searching for a Maintenance Associate and backup driver to work in our Pet Segment, providing logistics, production, and maintenance support at our Pet Source location in Sulphur, OK. This position primarily involves loading freight onto trucks for deliveries. Primary job duties are performing any maintenance related tasks, driving, delivering, and unloading freight to various locations and businesses. Other duties involving errands, picking up supplies, supporting maintenance and production crews are also typical. If you find your skills match the qualifications we are seeking below, we invite you to apply for this position!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide Maintenance support for the site. Loading individual customer orders on trucks in an organized and efficient manner. Effectively interpret and understand the paperwork provided to assist in organizing the shipments.

• Unload or deliver the orders intact, confirming box counts, etc. to air cargo or customer location.
• Maintain a pleasant working relationship with our contacts.
• Maintain trucks in clean, operational manner.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability and willingness to work with others.
• Must have a clean driving record.
• Comfortable driving trucks as large as a 26' box truck in urban conditions.
• Maintain punctual and regular attendance for scheduled work hours.
• Must have a clean driving record.
• Obtain a valid driver's license.
• DOT certification required.
• Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately.
• Responsible, reliable, and dependable work habits.
• Ability to problem solve and detail oriented.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Monday through Friday- AM start time.
• 40+ Hours Per Week
• End of day varies depending upon shipments & duties anticipated each day.
• Weekend hours are possible but are not routine.
• Ability to lift packages to 50 lbs.

or more.

Job Type:

Full-time

BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of free online courses
• Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
• Referral Program with cash bonus
• Access to on-demand pay.
• Paid parental leave.

At Central Garden & Pet (

NASDAQ:

CENT and CENTA), we believe home is at the center of our lives, and our employees are driven by our purpose to nurture happy and healthy homes. Our company is made up of thousands of people across North America, with an emerging footprint across the U.K., Mexico, China and Canada - all dedicated to helping gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. We are united by our mission to lead the future of the garden and pet industries…one blade of grass and one wagging tail at a time. Visit our website at www.central.com to learn more. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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