What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver/Assistant Warehouse Manager position at Western Construction Group?
POSITION PURPOSE:
Principal responsibilities are making deliveries and pickups to all construction projects. The driver will also be responsible for the assembly, loading and unloading of trucks and assisting the Warehouse Manager with any and all responsibilities of the warehouse. Will be training in preparation for the future warehouse manager role. Will assist the warehouse manager in the overall operations of the warehouse including all equipment, rental records and material ordering and coordination of deliveries to job sites.
Responsibilities:
- Primary responsibility of this position will be driving.
- Secondary responsibility of this position is to assist and train with the warehouse manager in facilitating needed items on projects to help keep the projects running smoothly
- Receive equipment and materials lists from foreman and set up delivery
- Keep a stock of needed sundries and certain materials to limit trips to supply houses
- Some standard items ie: safety glasses, brushes, rags, etc. should be carried by truck driver at all times
- Shop for prices on equipment and materials
- Maintain truck maintenance needs
- Have equipment serviced on a regular basis
- Act as truck driver. Will coordinate schedules and deliveries with the Superintendent
- All truck driver orders should come directly from the Superintendent
- Oversee equipment and materials ordering. All equipment/materials should be ordered in advance so they will be available when needed
- Keep warehouse and yard clean at all times
- Bring forward new ideas, recommendations that provide cost savings to the Branch
- Research new equipment
- Keep a running list of warehouse materials available for use
- Keep track of equipment
- Maintain list of inventory within warehouse. Track inventory
- Manage hazardous materials and keep to a minimum
Please Note: This is a temporary full-time position. There is a possibility that it could become permanent, however, at this time it is slated to go through December 2025.
- Valid Driver’s License, Class A preferred but Class B CDL required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment and manage multiple projects at one time
- Familiarity with Microsoft office applications, Outlook and Internet research a plus
- Good communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage warehouse operations for multiple branches is a plus
- OSHA 10 hour a plus
- HAZMAT certification or be willing to get certified
- Must have or be able to get Certification of Fitness Card
- Must be willing to work flexible hours
- 5-10 years commercial driving experience is a plus
- Ability to operate a boom truck and have appropriate certification is a plus
- Mechanical ability a plus
- Compensation Bonus Opportunity
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Family Leave (Maternity)
