Sr. Warehouse Driver

Posted:
10/8/2024, 10:26:08 AM

Location(s):
Des Plaines, Illinois, United States ⋅ Illinois, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Customer Success & Support

Everything we do at Sunrun is driven by a determination to transform the way we power our lives. We know that starts at the individual employee level. We strive to foster an environment you can thrive in through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Responsible for delivery of material through restocking trucks, fulfilling Installer orders, and staging project materials in advance of construction start, loading own vehicle for daily deliveries and cleaning vehicle after daily deliveries and pickups are complete

  • Coordinate with the Branch Leadership Team to develop the material delivery plan based on the project installation schedule and the Service Team to manage all materials, documentation, and RMA processing for service and warranty projects

  • Conduct “pre/post-trip safety check” inspection of vehicles and insure they meet company quality standards and take appropriate action as needed

  • Load and unload box trucks and other vehicles

  • Use forklift to move pallets and large items from warehouse to trucks

  • Keep accurate records of items shipped and received

  • Safely drive trucks to delivery locations and unload goods

  • Drive advancement in standard operating procedures

  • Operates within and promotes a safety culture in all warehouse functions.

  • Perform transactions in Oracle ERP for all material movement through the warehouse, including: receiving, stocking, and issuing.

  • Drive inventory accuracy and integrity through cycle counts and physical inventories.

  • Maintain auditable records and operate based on defined standards in the shipping and receiving of all warehouse materials.

  • Perform special projects and tasks as assigned while meeting and exceeding Warehouse Operations Standards.

REQUIREMENTS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER SKILLS)

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required

  • 4+ Years of driving experience cargo vans and box trucks, 1+ years of warehouse experience

  • Valid driver's license and clean driving record

  • Experience loading and unloading in a warehouse environment

  • Must be forklift certified and have experience

  • Experience with warehouse inventory management

  • Demonstrated and measurable results in driving efficiency and cost savings in Warehouse Operations and material deliveries.

  • Initiative: Ability to think and take constructive action at work without being urged; skill and ability in taking the lead in forwarding new ideas or work methods

  • Safety Orientation: Demonstrates awareness of company safety policies and procedures; includes ability to identify and report safety hazards, and the ability to encourage others to work safely

  • Adaptability/Flexibility: Ability to change or adapt work practices, priorities, or procedures or to reschedule activities in response to changing conditions or multiple work demands

  • Teamwork: Ability to work well with others in a group, cooperate with others, offer to help when needed, and foster a team climate within the group where members are committed to a common goal

  • Problem Solving: Using a systematic and effective approach in analyzing information in order to come up with good business solutions to problems

  • Knowing the Business: Maintain a high level of knowledge of warehouse & vehicle operations, products, etc.

  • Foundational Skills: Ability to understand written material and ability to write using correct spelling and punctuation; ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using fractions or decimals.

  • Special Requirements:  Must have responsible work habits and pass any pre-employment screening and background check.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Requires periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, and lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward

  • Ability to sit, drive or stand for long periods of time

  • Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs without assistance and 50+ lbs with assistance

  • Ability to work in a non-climatically controlled environment throughout the year

  • Ability to work safely in a warehouse environment and in public during deliveries

  • Ability to work alone and self supervise

  • Ability to operate office equipment including computers and determine accuracy of work

  • Ability to interact with co-workers and participate in meetings

  • Ability to transport materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks (up to 50 lbs frequently unassisted)

  • Able to hear alarms and commands from a distance

  • Able to use ladders and step stools to access materials

  • Able to push and pull hand carts and hand trucks

  • Able to read labels and identify symbols

  • Able to use company cell phone in a safe manner to complete daily tasks

Recruiter:

Charles Smith ([email protected])

Please note that the compensation information that follows is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to acts, such as The Equal Pay Transparency Act. It assumes that the successful candidate will be located in markets within the United States that warrant the compensation listed. Candidates in locations outside this local area may have a different  starting salary range for this opportunity which may be higher or lower.  Please speak with your recruiter to learn more.

Starting salary/wage for this opportunity:

$22.40 to $29.87

Other rewards may include annual bonus eligibility, which is based on company and individual performance, short and long term incentives, and program-specific awards.  Sunrun provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO). A candidate’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions. 

This description sets forth the general nature and level of the qualifications and duties required of employees in this job classification, as well as some of the essential functions of this role.  It is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of all essential duties and qualifications.  If you have a disability or special need that may require reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the hiring process or to perform this role if you are offered employment, please let us know by contacting us at [email protected].

Sunrun is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Our commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging drives our ability to build diverse teams and develop inclusive work environments. At Sunrun, we believe that empowering people and valuing their differences are essential for our mission of connecting people to the cleanest energy on earth. We are committed to equal employment opportunities without consideration of race, color, religion, ethnicity, citizenship, political activity or affiliation, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex or gender, pregnancy or any other basis protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal convictions, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.