Warehouse/Driver Associate

Description

1. PRIMARY PURPOSE - 

To provide assistance and support to both internal and external customers.

2. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - 

Deliver orders to customers in a professional and timely manner. Receive in daily rush orders and weekly Corp and Tigard orders. Check stage on orders. Put away stock in warehouse and pull will-call orders for customer pick up. Maintain bin locations. Process ship-outs that need to go from Bend branch. Process all Bend warranty and returns and verify that paperwork has been neatly and properly filled out. Prepare warranty and returns for ship out to Tigard branch and/or vendor direct. Order and return compressed gas tanks as needed. Clean and straighten warehouse daily. Works well as a team player. Follows all Company Policies/Store Standards.

3. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES –

 Assist with counter/phone sales and calling customers to inform them of any backorders that are ready for pick up on an as-needed basis. Recycle cardboard and empty branch garbage twice a week. Fill freight claims when necessary. Assist with stocking showroom. Attend ongoing training classes. Work on special projects as assigned.

4. QUALIFICATIONS – 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Must possess and maintain a current valid driver’s license.

      A. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and two to three years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Past experience would include shipping/receiving, and material handling. HVAC/R experience along with customer service and/or sales preferred.  

      B. OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Skill and ability to type 30-50 wpm, operate a computer, use 10 keys or calculator, organized and prioritize work, meet deadlines, prioritize and handle multiple tasks and able to operate office equipment. Good written and verbal communication skills along with good listening skills. Forklift.

Requirements

PHYSICAL DEMAND – 

A. The physical effort typically applied in this job includes:

• Lifting
• Pulling
• Reaching
• Carrying
• Loading
• Key/typing
• driving/travel

B. Percent of the effort typically applied in this job:

• 40% - 70%
• Between 1 - 60+ lbs.

C. The effort reflected in the above is typically applied in the following work positions:

• Sitting
• Stooping
• Driving
• Standing
• Bending
• Walking

MENTAL OR VISUAL DEMAND –

Concentrated mental and/or visual attention; the work involves performing complex tasks to very close accuracy and quality specifications; or a high degree of hand and eye coordination for sustained periods.

WORKING CONDITIONS –

A. The kinds of disagreeable elements incumbent would typically be exposed to in the work area:

• Dust
• Dirt
• Heat
• Cold
• Dirty Parts, etc.

B. Work is typically performed under reasonably good working conditions; while exposure to any or all of the above elements may occur, such exposure is generally not present to the extent of being disagreeable.

ATTENDANCE –

While all employees are expected to comply with company attendance standards, the nature of some positions may require different attendance standards to fulfill the essential functions of the job. Indicate below if compliance with the general company attendance standards is acceptable, or if different standards apply (please be specific):

Compliance with the general company attendance standard. May be required to work overtime periodically.