Entry Level Delivery Driver / Warehouse Associate

Delivery Driver / Warehouse Associate

Welsbach Electric Corp. of L.I. is seeking an entry-level Delivery Driver / Warehouse Associate to join our team. The select individual will work under direct supervision and will follow prescribed procedures, handling material, tool and equipment deliveries into and out of the facility. Responsibilities include the proper offloading, receipt, and acceptance of products; verification of the condition and accuracy of goods received; and identification of project assignment. Under direction you will be responsible for the proper distribution of goods to onsite stock locations and off-site job locations. Primary driving responsibilities are as directed and include delivery and procurement of products within Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Duties also include general upkeep of the warehouse, yard and general facility maintenance. This is an entry-level career path opportunity into the essential electrical industry. We are seeking detail-oriented, energetic individuals looking to grow with a stable company.

Compensation Range: $18.00/ hour - $20.00/ hour, Full Time, Non-Exempt, Onsite

Other Compensation: This position is bonus eligible

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include the Following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Proper receipt, inspection and allocation of all deliveries, both manually and using/operating equipment
• Operation of a forklift vehicle for material handling
• Proper warehousing and stock disbursement of material and equipment at multiple locations
• Delivery and pick up to offsite locations as directed, utilizing company owned vehicle
• Responsible for general cleanliness of shop, warehouse, and yard
• Responsible for tool distribution and maintenance
• Maintain and protect all property entrusted to you in excellent condition
• Follows all safety rules and applicable laws

Qualifications:

• 2-3 Years of driving experience with larger commercial (non-CDL) vehicles is required
• High school diploma or GED required
• Valid NYS driver's license with clean driving record required (CDL preferred).
• Ability to drive standard transmission vehicles required
• Ability to read maps required
• Ability to lift heavy loads (in excess of 60lbs) required
• Forklift certification preferred
• Previous warehouse experience is a plus
• Must be able to learn to operate and maintain all company vehicles and equipment in a safe manner at all times
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, packing slips and bills of lading are required
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including verbal and written English communication skills, are required. This includes the ability to write clear and grammatical reports and correspondence.
• Must be timely and reliable with the ability to work a 40-hour work week and overtime as needed
• Computer skills are a plus
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail are a must
• Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a high stress environment

Required Attributes:

• Must demonstrate integrity, honesty, professionalism, and commitment to company values
• Must possess mechanical ability and an eagerness to learn additional skills
• Must be detail oriented, conscientious, and imaginative
• Must adapt to changes in a fast-paced environment
• Must be flexible to handle a variety of challenges

Language Skills:

Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of vendors, employees, and management.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, see, smell, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is regularly required to walk and reach with hands and arms.

The employee is required to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee regularly lifts and/or moves twenty-five (25) to fifty (50) pounds, and may occasionally lift and/or move fifty (50) pounds or more. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, color identification, and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to travel to remote field locations on Long Island.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee will regularly work in typical shop environment conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee will also frequently work at outdoor construction field sites when visiting field locations.