TRUCK DRIVER / MATERIAL HANDLER RI

Description

 Hourly Pay Range: $20.57- $27.56

This position typically pays the minimum of the pay range

Why Work for Goodwill Southern New England?!

• Referral bonuses
• Retirement plan contributions
• Tuition and gym reimbursement
• Emergency assistance funds
• Paid time off
• And more depending on position!

SUMMARY

Perform routine driving, inspection of transported goods and material handling duties for retail operations. Work under the supervision of the Warehouse Manager RI.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

 Warehouse typically operates seven days per week to support the Agency retail operation. May be required to work weekend (i.e. Saturday, Sunday), evening and holiday hours.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Drive truck with gross vehicle weight under 26,001 lbs. to transport contract materials, finished goods,merchandise, etc., to and from specified destination; perform those services for retail operations whichwill include inter-state travel.
• Operate mobile phone ( not while driving) and maintain regular communication with Warehouse Coordinator as to location, destination, other required business or emergencies.
• Verify truckloads against shipping memos and packing lists, as appropriate.
• Contact supervisor for decision in questionable cases.
• Pad, stack and secure transportable goods in position to prevent damage and safety hazards.
• Load and/or unload goods; may be assisted by a helper when loading or unloading.
• Obtain truck helper's assistance in exiting the truck and follow his/her directions when backing up.
• Insure that truck is maintained in a safe and properly working condition; check oil, water and fuel levels, tires, lights and brakes on a daily basis…at least twice a day…Pre and Post Trip Inspections.
• Complete post trip inspection form, and report vehicle status or mechanical problems to Warehouse Coordinator for scheduling of repairs and regular maintenance.
• Report driving accidents, incidents or traffic violations to supervisor immediately, and complete required reports of the same.
• Perform emergency roadside repairs as well as minor repairs and general maintenance (e.g. maintaining overall cleanliness of inside/outside of truck, topping off all fluids to proper levels, replacing windshield wiper blades, and lighting bulbs) to truck as required/needed.
• Safely remove snow and ice from entire vehicle when required/needed.
• Obtain safety, first aid or other relevant in-service training as required by supervisor.
• Perform other essential duties when truck is not available or when duties are completed, as directed by supervisor.
• Responsible for the movement of materials for the plant, in-house or at other sites, to include loading and unloading of trucks, movement of raw materials and completed shipments to and from sites, house call pickups, and storage of goods.
• Dispose of waste materials in and around job sites.
• Follow verbal instructions or read work orders to determine materials and containers to be moved.
• Load materials into and from vehicles, install strapping, bracing or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit, assisting truck driver.
• Convey materials to and/or from storage or work sites to designated areas using hand truck and tow motor.
• Participate in training regarding proper and safe operation of hand truck and tow motor.
• Occasionally count, weigh and/or record number of units of material moved or handled.
• Assist in preparation of all shipping documentation for materials being shipped from premises.
• Lift heavy objects by hand.
• Maintain clean work area, machines and/or equipment.
• Responsible for operation of baler equipment including but not limited to pricing, inventory control, etc.
• Will notify supervisor in the event of problems with equipment.
• Remove snow/ice from sidewalks at main office and at other locations as necessary to ensure safe environments.
• Perform other related essential duties as required or assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

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 the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education d