Driver, Transportation Logistics, Transportation

Job Location
:
Nipomo , CA 93444

Position Type
:
Full Time

Salary Range
: $21.00 - $25.00 Hourly

JOB SUMMARY:

Commercial Driver is responsible for, but not limited to, delivering and safely loading and unloading vehicles. Transfer product and stage product. Safely and consistently handle and deliver liquid products. Performs daily vehicle inspections, and cleans and maintains equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Comply with all company policies and safety procedures
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)
• Adheres strictly to safety and security standards and procedures
• Load and unload truck/trailers with product
• Operate company owned equipment in a safe and efficient manner
• Transport product to and from various customer locations
• Provide excellent customer service for internal and external customers
• Interface effectively with other warehouse departments
• Work closely with the sales staff and dispatcher(s) for coordination of deliveries
• Must be dependable, reliable, and mature enough to handle equipment and vehicles safely
• Performs other duties as assigned

The Buttonwillow Warehouse Company (BWC) is a family owned and operated business with over fifty years of experience in California agriculture. Started as a grain elevator and warehouse, the Buttonwillow Warehouse Company diversified into distributing fertilizers and crop protection products in the early 1970's. Over the last 50 years, BWC has grown to 11 retail fertilizer and crop protection locations covering over 10 different counties in California.

The company is committed to providing the best products and services to our customers, as well as, a healthy and safe work environment for our employees. Today, the company remains family owned and operated and is dedicated to the success and future of California agriculture.

Buttonwillow Warehouse Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to supporting and retaining a diverse and talented workforce.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
:

• Valid CDL with Tanker/Hazmat Endorsement, air brakes, doubles and triples
• Knowledge of DOT driving requirements
• Clean driving record
• Ability to work overtime and/or weekends, as needed
• Good oral communication
• Ability to follow direction
• Ability to stay focused and meet deadlines

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• At least two (2) years of warehouse/industry experience
• Previous commercial driving experience, preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Sitting for long periods of time
• Twisting, bending, stooping, pushing, grasping, and reaching
• Ability to lift up to 80lbs