What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Associate position at Minuteman Transport Inc.?
Minuteman Transport – Warehouse Associate Job Description
Minuteman Transport is a family-founded, refrigerated LTL transportation company proudly serving California, Arizona, and Nevada for over 40 years. While we serve a diverse range of customers and employees, our company was built on faith-based principles such as honesty, accountability, respect, and service to others.
We believe that true success goes beyond moving freight — it's about building people. Our team operates by our core values, known as MILES:
MILES = Mindset, Integrity, Longevity, Effective Communication, Service
We are committed to creating a workplace where character and values matter just as much as performance. People are our mission — from the customers we serve to the team members we work alongside every day.
Position Overview:
We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Warehouse Associate to join our operations team. This role is responsible for supporting the accurate movement of freight through receiving, staging, storing, and shipping. The ideal candidate takes pride in their work, maintains a clean and safe workspace, and communicates effectively with their team.
This is a refrigerated warehouse environment, and the associate must be comfortable working in chilled or cold conditions as part of our cold chain operation.
This isn't just a job of moving boxes — it's about doing work that matters and supporting a team that's moving with purpose.
Key Responsibilities:
- Receive and inspect incoming freight; report damage, overages, and shortages
- Load and unload shipments safely and efficiently
- Organize and store freight in appropriate locations
- Perform daily inventory checks and keep accurate records
- Operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks (training provided if needed)
- Follow all safety protocols and equipment check procedures
- Keep warehouse aisles clean and clear of debris
- Communicate any order issues, errors, or concerns to supervisors
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
- Ability to work in a refrigerated and physically active warehouse environment
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changing priorities
- Basic knowledge of warehouse equipment and safety practices
- Dependable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
Why Join Minuteman Transport?
You're not just joining a company — you're joining a family.
At Minuteman, we believe people are our greatest mission. We're committed to building a team where character, growth, and relationships matter just as much as performance. When you work here, you're not just another employee — you're part of a legacy over 40 years in the making.
- Full-time, hands-on role in a fast-moving warehouse environment
- Health, dental, and vision benefits
- Be part of a respected, family-operated company with deep roots in the industry
- A supportive team that invests in your training, safety, and long-term success
- Join a workplace that lives by MILES — fostering Mindset, Integrity, Longevity, Effective Communication, and Service
- Make an impact on your team, your future, and the people we serve
Pay: $ $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What would you personally bring to help strengthen and improve our culture?
Experience:
- Warehouse: 2 years (Preferred)
Language:
- English (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22