Transportation/Warehouse Associate – Class B CDL

Transportation/Warehouse Associate – Class B CDL

Position Summary

We are seeking a dependable Transportation/Warehouse Associate to safely transport and deliver products, maintain accurate delivery records, and assist with daily warehouse operations. This position combines commercial driving with hands-on warehouse duties, including loading, unloading, stocking, picking, and organizing products.

The ideal candidate has professional commercial driving experience, a strong commitment to safety, good communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Primary Responsibilities

Commercial Driving and Transportation (Approximately 80%)

• Safely and efficiently operate a Class B commercial vehicle while following all applicable DOT/FMCSA regulations, transportation requirements, and company safety procedures.

• Complete assigned pickup and delivery routes in a timely and professional manner.

• Use mobile applications or other technology to record arrival and departure times, route information, delivery details, and discrepancies.

• Maintain accurate transportation logs, pre-trip inspection records, vehicle inspection documentation, maintenance records, receipts, and invoices.

• Communicate route changes, delays, incidents, and other issues to the appropriate supervisor or dispatcher.

• Represent the organization professionally when interacting with customers, vendors, partners, and the public.

Warehouse Operations (Approximately 20%)

• Load and unload delivery vehicles and assist with product movement throughout the warehouse.

• Receive, stock, pick, organize, and distribute products to designated locations.

• Follow all warehouse safety procedures and maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

• Operate warehouse equipment as authorized and report equipment issues promptly.

• Follow applicable product-handling and food safety procedures, where required.

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Relevant experience may be considered in place of formal education.

• Valid North Carolina Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

• Excellent driving record and ability to meet all applicable requirements for operating a Class B commercial motor vehicle.

• At least 5 years of professional commercial driving experience, including experience safely operating vehicles with a gross combined weight rating (GCWR) of up to 33,000 pounds.

• At least 3 years of warehouse, distribution, food service, or other regulated-environment experience.

• Ability to successfully complete required background checks, drug screening, and applicable training.

• Forklift certification or the ability to obtain certification upon hire.

• Ability to complete required powered warehouse equipment and food safety training.

• Basic math skills for inventory, order processing, and product handling.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating a vehicle equipped with a liftgate.

• Experience using route management applications or electronic delivery documentation systems.

• Experience working in food distribution, refrigerated storage, or temperature-controlled warehouse environments.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

• Dependability, punctuality, and accountability.

• Effective time management, organization, and planning skills.

• Ability to adapt to changing routes, schedules, and operational needs.

• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

• Professional customer service and problem-solving skills.

• Attention to detail when handling products and maintaining records.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 60 pounds for short distances of less than 50 feet.

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, handle products, and operate vehicle and warehouse equipment.

• Ability to reach overhead to heights of 6 feet or more and repeatedly twist or turn as needed.

• Ability to occasionally climb, balance, stoop, crouch, or crawl.

• Sufficient close vision and hearing to safely perform job duties and communicate effectively.