Warehouse Associate / Back-up Driver

Warehouse Associate

Location: Windsor, CT - 97; 436 Hayden Station Rd., Windsor, Connecticut - 06095

Pay: $18 - $22 / hour and up to $2,500 through our performance bonuses

Work Hours: Monday - Friday (Day shift)

The Warehouse Associate supports the team and our customers by accurately and safely receiving/pulling orders in a fast-paced environment. Our Backup Drivers will fill in as needed making safe, complete, accurate and on-time deliveries to customers while complying with Department of Transportation (DOT) and other applicable regulations.

On a daily basis our Warehouse Associate:

• Accurately pulls, fills, packs and sets up orders for delivery or pickup.
• Assists in loading the delivery truck.
• Receives shipments, logs into inventory, maintains inventory through audits.
• Communicates positively with supervisors, sales staff, fellow workers and customers to coordinate deliveries/pick-up.
• Operates a forklift safely and efficiently, maintains required certification, performs vehicle safety checks and reports discrepancies to supervisor.
• Assists in keeping facility clean, neat, safe and operating efficiently.
• Other duties as assigned.

On an as needed basis our backup drivers:

• Make deliveries using the most effective route to ensure orders are delivered on time.
• Load and unload the vehicle, ensuring that all products are properly secured, and hazardous material is separated appropriately.
• Collect payments and accurately document delivery.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR)).
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and inform supervisor of any maintenance needed.
• Ensure the vehicle is clean, well-maintained, and presentable on a daily basis.
• Increase job and product knowledge on an ongoing basis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Will Need:

• To be at least 21 years old.
• A valid driver's license.
• A Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and Pre-Employment Screening Program (PSP) indicating no more than 2 combined violations or at fault accidents in the past 3 years.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to maneuver heavy objects, some weighing up to 100 pounds.
• Prior forklift experience.
• Follow and carry out instructions with minimal supervision.
• Prior experience in distribution, general labor or warehousing preferred.

Looking to work for the best in the industry? Look no further than POOLCORP, the world's leading distributor of outdoor living products. With over 445 Sales Centers in 12 countries and a team with more than 6,000 dedicated employees, we are committed to meeting the needs of our customers with pride and professionalism. Our network includes SCP Distributors, SCP Distributors International, Superior Pool Products, National Pool Trends, Pinch A Penny, and Horizon Distributors.

Why join POOLCORP? We offer a wealth of opportunities for career growth and advancement, with comprehensive training programs to support your success. As a company, we value integrity, trust, diversity, and innovation, and we strive to foster a family-oriented, hometown culture that is supported by our strong, stable, and growing business. Join us today and experience the best of both worlds!

So, end your job search here at POOLCORP Where Outdoor Living Comes to Life!

Bilingual, Military, Military Spouses and Veteran applicants are strongly encouraged to apply! We understand the uniqueness of hiring military personnel and veterans and will support him/her in the time of duty or with the transition into new civilian professions.

All offers to external candidates for employment are contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment drug testing and background verifications before employment is finalized. This position is considered "safety-sensitive" and includes tasks or duties which could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the tasks or others.

At POOLCORP, we are committed to our employees' success. Our comprehensive benefits program offers the flexibility of benefits that meet the needs of our employees and their families. Some of these benefits include medical, dental and vision care, company-paid life and long-term disability insurance, prescription drug coverage, flexible spending and health savings accounts, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan, and employee assistance and education reimbursement programs. These benefits can help build a foundation for the future while helping employees live a healthy lifestyle.

The compensation range for this position in Connecticut is between $18 and $22 based on a full-time schedule. The actual pay may vary depending on your skills, qualifications and experience. Additionally, this position may be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commissions plans as well as relocation or cost of living adjustments. The application window for this position is expected to close after 30 days of posting, but will remain open until filled.

Your total compensation (pay, benefits, and bonuses) will be adjusted based upon your job classification, hours worked, and length of employment. Please note that benefits are subject to change. For more information about compensation and benefits, visit

POOLCORP, including all its subsidiaries, is a drug-free company and Equal Opportunity Employer By Choice. The Company understands, respects, and values diversity unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas, and opinions while striving to be inclusive of all people. This commitment is critical to our success as a global company as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Hiring and promotional decisions are based solely on the qualifications required for the job to be filled.