Material Handler and Driver

Johnstone Supply, North America’s leading wholesale distributor of HVACR equipment, parts, and supplies, is seeking a COS Material Handler/Driver. The role involves receiving, filling, shipping products, and safe transport to customers and store locations. Responsibilities Operates basic power equipment (electric pallet, walkie rider, sit‑down forklift) to locate, put away, stack, and move checked‑in products. Receives product, inspects freight, verifies quantity, and completes necessary paperwork. Ensures required products have verified bar code labels and readable Johnstone stock numbers. Fills orders by picking, packing into cartons, scanning, and sorting. Documents shipment of hazardous materials. Prepares orders: palletizes, wraps, loads, and places packing lists. Maintains current accuracy and efficiency standards and follows all standard operating procedures. Participates in inventory cycle counts and related projects. Assists in maintenance of all warehouse machinery and equipment. Maintains a safe work environment and reports maintenance concerns. Wears protective equipment, accesses MSDS as needed. Maintains required hazardous materials, forklift, and other certifications. Communicates professionally with customers and coworkers. Driving Responsibilities Maintains positive relationships with customers through accurate and timely delivery. Serves as a key field contact for gathering accurate customer service expectations. Safely operates company vehicles and equipment consistent with DOT, state, federal, and company standards. Maintains cleanliness of inside of truck, cab, box, and all assigned work areas. Performs routine inspections and preventative maintenance on assigned vehicle(s)/equipment. Loads and unloads trucks, checks deliveries against sales and transfer orders. Prepares routes and follows schedules and deadlines for tasks. Drives straight‑body vehicles including box truck to deliver supplies and equipment. Maintains telephone or radio contact with supervisor for delivery instructions. Communicates delivery, traffic, safety, or customer issues to supervisor. Records sales and/or delivery information, completes manifests. Returns vehicle at end of day, verifies fuel, completes monthly driver log. Returns gas receipts, monies, vehicle inspection logs, and other paperwork. Performs all other duties as assigned. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education And/or Experience Required : High School Diploma/GED; 1+ years of truck driving experience (26 ft vehicle or larger) or 1 year operating Johnstone equipment/vehicles under supervision; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience operating forklift and other warehouse equipment safely and competently. Preferred : 6+ months of experience in a warehouse and/or distribution facility, preferably in HVAC/R or related field. Experience with a picker, RF scanner, and inventory management systems. Knowledge of HVAC wholesale industry, principles, and practices. Previous experience with OSHA and safety regulations and procedures. Certificates, Licenses, And Registrations Valid drivers’ license with a safe driving record; must remain eligible to drive a commercial motor vehicle under applicable state and federal laws and FMCSA regulations. Forklift certification required, or willingness to obtain on the job. Job Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Utilize technology: GPS, mobile POD, RF equipment, ERP software; read maps accurately. Perform basic arithmetic with all units of measure. Work safely in all job tasks. Operate delivery vehicles and power equipment, including forklift, pallet jack, cherry picker, lift gate. Lifting, pushing, pulling, and maneuvering large or heavy products within safety guidelines. Familiarity with warehouse or distribution center management systems and order picking processes. Follow instructions and procedures. Organize and prioritize work. Attention to detail. Complete routine paperwork. Teamwork skills. Strong customer service skills, tact, and diplomacy. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in English, written and spoken. Physical Demand Requires sitting, standing, walking on concrete floor, reaching, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds, using mechanical assistance or team. Driving duties require sitting for long periods. Requires near vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision. Work Environment Time spent in an unconditioned warehouse environment, may include hot and cold temperatures, dust, dirt, noise, and company vehicle. Outdoor exposure to sunshine, rain, heat, cold, humid conditions. Occasionally exposure to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. Benefit Overview Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) Safe Harbor 401(k) – 100% employer match up to 5% of base pay and immediate vesting Holiday pay – 7.5 holidays per year Paid Parental Bonding Time Employer subsidized medical, dental, and vision plans Employer paid life insurance and short‑term disability Voluntary long‑term disability, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance 24/7 access to virtual care/telehealth options Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution; Flexible spending accounts (FSA) Well‑being program with opportunity to earn reduced medical costs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you, and your family Tuition reimbursement Employee referral bonus program Employee service milestone recognition program Compensation

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