Warehouse Associate

Warehouse AssociateWith a career at The Home Depot, you can be yourself and also be part of something bigger.The primary responsibility of the Warehouse Associate is to load unload merchandise from trucks, move material within the facility and from the loading platform by carrying, pushing, rolling or operating hand trucks, forklifts, hoists, or other material handling equipment. They safely operate forklifts or other machinery in order to complete tasks such as loading, unloading, sorting, staging, and transporting products. The Warehouse Associate ensures jobs are staged and pulled prior to installation. They may call service providers and delivery carriers to schedule pick-ups and deliveries.Key Responsibilities:25% Contact Service Provider - Assists with completion of open services in a timely manner50% Loading and Unloading - Loads and unloads product and moves material within the warehouse25% Safety - Ensures site and warehouse safety standards and compliance, cleanliness and organizationDirect Manager/Direct Reports:This position typically reports to Branch Installation ManagerThis position has 0 Direct ReportsTravel Requirements:Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.Physical Requirements:Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward.Working Conditions:Usually in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors causing moderate physical discomfort from such things as dust, fumes or odors.Minimum Qualifications:Must be eighteen years of age or older.Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.Preferred Qualifications:Home improvement or remodeling experienceMinimum Education:The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and/or GED.Preferred Education:No additional educationMinimum Years of Work Experience:1Preferred Years of Work Experience:No additional years of experienceMinimum Leadership Experience:NonePreferred Leadership Experience:NoneCertifications:NoneCompetencies:CollaboratesCommunicates EffectivelyCustomer FocusStrong Customer Service SkillsExcellent Communication SkillsKnowledge of safety requirementsAbility to organize and manage time effectivelyFor California, Colorado, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Nevada, New York City, Ithaca (NY), Westchester County (NY), and Washington residents: The pay range for this position is between $18.00 - $22.00