Driver Helper

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Driver Helper

Job Description

The Driver Helper supports box truck drivers with deliveries of mattresses and bed frames, assists with loading and unloading trucks, and helps assemble bed frames as needed. This role involves regular heavy lifting, frequent use of hand and power tools, and working in a manufacturing environment to ensure products are handled and assembled safely, efficiently, and to a high quality standard.

Responsibilities

• Assist box truck drivers with daily delivery operations, including loading and unloading mattresses and bed frames from the truck.
• Safely lift, carry, and move heavy products such as mattresses, box springs, and bed frames throughout the delivery and handling process.
• Assemble bed frames at customer locations or within the facility using hand and power tools, following provided instructions and quality standards.
• Use hand tools and power tools confidently and correctly to complete assembly and related tasks.
• Support general production and assembly activities as needed within the manufacturing environment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in trucks, loading docks, and production spaces.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines when lifting, moving, and assembling products.
• Perform basic quality checks on assembled bed frames and handled products to ensure they meet company standards.
• Communicate effectively with drivers, team members, and supervisors to coordinate deliveries and assembly tasks.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team, adapting to changing delivery schedules, priorities, and production needs.
• Manage time efficiently to complete loading, unloading, and assembly tasks within required timeframes.
• Demonstrate reliability and attention to detail in all aspects of delivery assistance and product handling.

Essential Skills

• Experience with general labor tasks such as loading, unloading, and material handling.
• Ability to perform frequent heavy lifting and safely handle bulky items like mattresses and bed frames.
• Comfort and proficiency using hand tools (e.g., wrenches, screwdrivers) for assembly work.
• Comfort and proficiency using power tools for product assembly and related tasks.
• Manual dexterity and good hand-eye coordination for precise assembly work.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate assembly and quality control of products.
• Basic technical skills related to assembly, production, or manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work effectively in a production and manufacturing environment.
• Good time management skills to complete tasks within delivery and production schedules.
• Clear communication skills to coordinate work with drivers and team members.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment and support coworkers.
• Adaptability to changing tasks, schedules, and priorities in a fast-paced setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in production, assembly, or manufacturing roles.
• Experience in general labor, loading, and unloading in a warehouse or factory setting.
• Familiarity with quality control practices in a manufacturing environment.
• Reliability and strong work ethic in physically demanding roles.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions for assembly and delivery procedures.

Why Work Here?

Join an employee-owned organization that takes pride in hand-building high-quality mattresses and box springs using premium materials in local factories. The company focuses on craftsmanship, value, and direct customer relationships, creating a culture of ownership, quality, and customer care. Team members contribute directly to products that often exceed mainstream brands in value, and work in an environment that values pride in workmanship and long-term customer satisfaction.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing environment that supports the production and delivery of mattresses and bed frames. Work involves frequent physical activity, including heavy lifting, loading and unloading box trucks, and assembling products with hand and power tools. You will spend time in production areas, loading docks, and in or around box trucks, following safety procedures and working in a hands-on, fast-paced setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Virginia Beach, VA.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Virginia Beach,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.