Material Handler/Ag Equipment Delivery Driver
Boone, IA, United StatesYesterday
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About the role
Job Summary: Prepare and ship agricultural-related products, receive and stock warehouse inventory and merchandise, and deliver equipment to customers using a company-provided 1-ton pickup truck and 32' gooseneck trailer. Deliveries include assembled products such as portable grain augers, conveyors, and other agricultural equipment. This position includes a mix of indoor and outdoor tasks in varying conditions and temperatures. Overnight travel is minimal (up to 25 nights per year), and all related travel expenses are paid.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• High school diploma or equivalent required; general knowledge of warehouse operations preferred
• Minimum one year of forklift experience required
• Minimum one year of equipment/trailer pulling experience required; prior experience hauling oversize farm equipment or machinery dealership/manufacturer experience highly preferred
• Knowledge of DOT guidelines and how they apply to the position
• Previous small package/parcel shipping experience with UPS or FedEx will be fast-tracked
• Basic computer skills
• Strong mathematical aptitude, analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Effective verbal and written communication and comprehension
• Ability to interpret a pick list and accurately document order fulfillment
• Able to work efficiently and accurately at a fast pace, multitask, and prioritize duties with high attention to detail
• Mechanically inclined, with strong hand-eye coordination and hand dexterity
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions year round
• Able to follow directions, with a willingness to learn new tasks and skills
Duties & Responsibilities:
• Use written pick lists to prepare and package shipments, including pulling inventory from warehouse shelving, racking, or the outdoor storage yard
• Prepare shipping documents and labels per the pick list, and prepare shipment quotations and estimates
• Receive shipments from vendors and suppliers and document incoming product
• Work closely with the branch Inventory Support Associate to process incoming shipments, including boxing, wrapping/bagging parts, and stocking shelving and racking, and assist with inventory audits and cycle counts
• Re-box/re-crate products as needed, and refurbish damaged or aged products when possible (report non-compliant product)
• Load and unload flatbed trailers of agricultural equipment, most of which are non-traditional freight loads (unpalletized and/or irregular in shape and size)
• Deliver equipment to customers using the company 1-ton pickup and gooseneck trailer
• Operate a forklift, tractor, company vehicles, or any other equipment needed to perform the job
• Troubleshoot equipment and make necessary emergency repairs if possible
• Assist with ordering/restocking packaging and departmental materials/supplies
• Keep the Branch Manager advised of work status, workload, potential problems, and progress on assignments
• Keep the work area and equipment safe, clean, and orderly, following prescribed safety regulations
• Maintain an acceptable safety and driving record
• Work in the warehouse when not driving
• Perform additional related duties as requested or required
Job Type: Full-time
Day shift, Monday – Friday
Work Location: In person
Experience:
• Equipment/trailer: 1 year (Required)
• Forklift: 1 year (Required)
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Pay:
Hourly role: $24-$27