Driver Helper - Elizabeth, NJ

Job Description

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About Us:

As a company, we promote a culture of honesty and integrity, and value the trust it allows us to build with customers and employees alike. Our focus on our people is what sets us apart and keeps our customers coming back to work with us!

If you are seeking to be a part of a family, this is the place for you!

Maersk Warehousing and Distribution USA LLC handles end-to-end warehousing and distribution logistics needs utilizing our strategic network of storage facilities. Our facilities are capable of receiving, storing, processing and dispatching cargo, so we can build flexibility and resilience into the supply chain process. Our integrated solutions allow us to be prepared for supply chain risks, so we can plan distribution to better achieve lead time and goals despite unexpected conditions. Our extensive experience, connections, and deep expertise across different sectors, industries, and transportation modes, means we can be counted on for process excellence that will save time and money.

The driver’s helper is responsible for assisting the driver in all day-to-day activities. this includes but is not limited to loading and unloading the truck, along with any other duties the driver may need.

Essential Functions:

• Accurately load the daily route onto the truck

• Scan daily route onto the truck

• Assist driver with navigating to deliveries

• Assist driver with carrying freight to a business or residence destination

• Utilizing manifest to pull route, stage freight, and assist Drivers to load and unload trucks

• Material handling may include one or more of the following: picking, packing, scanning, kitting (as applicable), counting products and other like duties

• Must ensure timeliness, packaging, and systems work is completed accurately

• Identifying and annotating overages, shortages, and damages (OS&D)

• Safely operate warehouse equipment, such as forklift, pallet jacks, etc.

• Read and follow detailed and defined instructions in a fast-paced environment

• Ensure safe and secure work environment including all TSA and OSHA guidelines

• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills/Competencies:

• Ability to read a map and general geographic knowledge of the area

• Ability to lift 75 lbs. unassisted

• Must possess good customer service skills

• Must be able to work overtime as needed

• Must be able to read and comprehend work instructions well

• Must have the ability to work well with others

• High attention to detail required

• Must have the ability to work well with others with little supervision

• Must be able to lift 50+lbs. unassisted

• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English

Physical Requirements:

This position requires standing and walking for extended periods. Position requires employees to frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, use hands, reach, bend, and lift objects above their heads. Employees must be able to regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds and use pallet jacks and forklifts. The position requires regular use of a phone and a PC and reading and writing of various shipping documents.

Pay Range:

$17-19.00

*The above stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing accommodationrequests@maersk.com.