Project Runner​/Helper

West Henrietta, NY - Project Runner/Helper – The DDS Companies

Compensation: $32.00 - $38.00/hour

Schedule:

Full time

Job Type: Permanent

About the DDS Companies: The DDS Companies is a reputable and dynamic organization that specializes in providing comprehensive infrastructure construction and engineering solutions. With a commitment to excellence, safety, and customer satisfaction, we consistently deliver successful projects across various industries. Our team of dedicated professionals thrives on innovation and collaboration, ensuring that we exceed client expectations at every stage. Join us and be part of a company that values integrity, teamwork, and continuous growth.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 401K with match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Sick Pay
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• HSA and FSA Accounts

The Project Runner/Helper supports field operations by transporting parts, materials, tools, and equipment while maintaining an organized work environment; and helping ensure vehicles, equipment, and supplies are available when needed. Success in this role is demonstrated through dependability, safe work habits, strong teamwork, and the ability to respond quickly to changing operational needs in a fast‑paced environment.

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Valid driver’s license, CDL-A, Double / triples, Hazmat, Hazmat – Tanker, Air Brakes and ability to safely operate company vehicles
• Ability to lift materials, load and unload deliveries with a folk lift or backhoe, and perform physical work in shop and yard environments
• Dependable attendance, strong work ethic, and ability to follow directions
• Basic understanding of tools, parts, and shop safety practices
• Experience loading and unloading varies construction equipment. For example excavators, skid steers and backhoes.

• Prior experience in a shop, warehouse, fleet, delivery, or construction support role
• Familiarity with vehicle, tools, trailers, or equipment handling
• Forklift or material handling experience

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• 1–3 years of experience in shop support, delivery, warehouse, fleet, construction, or a related hands‑on operational role preferred
• Experience safely operating pickup trucks, trailers, forklifts, or similar equipment is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with changing priorities

• Position requires prolonged standing, walking, bending, climbing, kneeling, reaching, and lifting in active outdoor yard, warehouse, and job site environments.
• Periodic field presence in yards, shops, or vendor locations
• Occasional lifting or moving of materials up to 75 pounds
• Operates effectively in both office and field‑adjacent environments
• Works standard business hours with flexibility to support operational demands
• May occasionally support extended hours during peak operational periods

DDS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.