Delivery Driver/ Distribution Center Specialist (FIRST SHIFT)
SoligentSoligent is the largest pure play solar distributor in the Americas. At Soligent, we envision a world where solar isn’t just the cleanest choice for power: it’s the obvious choice. Our mission is to empower homeowners and installers with a tool-set that transforms the way the world produces energy. We do this by hiring talented people, empowering our team, and being mission driven. Soligent has been featured by the White House, Forbes, Wall Street Journal, The World Economic Forum, and the Atlantic among other publications. In this role, you will see and participate in the interworking of a high growth entrepreneurial large company in a sector that changes the world.
Why Soligent?
- You will be part of a vital team at the forefront of transforming how people use energy. Drive positive change in the world while working with the best and brightest. Our executives have built and led successful billion-dollar companies.
- We invest in you. You will learn the ins and outs of solar, be exposed to roles across the company, and receive quality training.
Why You?
- Are you mission driven? At Soligent, solar is more than a job; it’s our future.
- Do you see solutions where others see problems? You’re not satisfied with the status quo; you constantly think about how to improve processes.
- Do you enjoy getting your hands dirty? You understand the big picture but also have an innate ability to drill down and execute with high attention to detail.
- Can you execute individually but enjoy working with a team? We support a strong culture of teamwork where it’s about the collective gain. Feedback is a big part of that.
- Does your word mean everything, you take responsibility for outcomes, and are incredibly persistent? We have a culture of integrity and accountability.
- Do you connect the dots easily? You can see how your role fits in with the organization.
- Are you fun to be around and able to wear many hats? Soligent is a fast-paced entrepreneurial culture. We believe saving the world should be fun.
Looking to join a purpose-driven, operationally focused, and growing team making a positive impact in the world? Thriving in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, the Delivery Driver / Distribution Center Specialist provides excellent customer service by making prompt and courteous deliveries of customer orders and performing general warehouse duties. This role plays an instrumental part in bringing clean, affordable, and modern energy to the world.
Helps make Solar Engine a positive impact by:
- Safely delivering merchandise in perfect condition to our customer’s location, providing friendly, courteous, and efficient customer service.
- Inspecting delivery vehicles and ensures the safety and security of the entire delivery process including loading and unloading of merchandise.
- Picking, packing and loading orders for delivery
- Contacting customers to confirm delivery details via phone, email, and text.
- Maintaining accurate delivery logs and records, follows all company safety and accident procedures.
- Maintaining an accurate inventory to ensure expedient movement of merchandise.
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and maintenance within the working environment including all equipment and tools.
- Inspecting products upon receipt, following all policies and guidelines.
- Greeting clients and answering phones in a prompt, professional and polite manner.
- Obtaining and maintaining comprehensive knowledge of our products.
- Keeping vehicle(s) fueled in accordance to management instructions and business needs and notifies management of needed repairs.
- Following all safety rules and applicable laws.
- Supporting with all other duties as assigned by manager
Required Skills/Proficiencies:
- A valid state-issued driver’s license is required.
- Submit to the following prior to employment:
Pre-employment drug screening
Physical screening and obtain a DOT Medical Card
Background check
Motor vehicle record check
- Must obtain Hazmat certification within 3 months of hire
- 1-3 years of successful recent work experience as a commercial delivery driver, in a warehouse environment.
- Good communication skills and can read invoices, use computer terminals to look up information.
- Use a hand truck, understand assemblies, and correctly operate small power tools.
- Obtaining forklift certification is required at some of our facilities.
- Driver must be 21 years or older.
- This position will be subject to random and post-accident drug screening.
- Be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Must be detail-oriented, be able to interact with cross-functional teams, be organized, and have the ability to handle multiple tasks
- Self-motivated with a desire to learn
- Commitment to excellence and high standards.
- Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail; able to manage priorities and workflow.
- Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
- Act as a flexible and innovative team player.
Physical Demands: The Delivery Driver/Distribution Center Specialist must have the ability
- To perform manual labor, including lifting up to 75 pounds, carrying, and moving heavy equipment and supplies
- To sit for prolonged periods, sometimes for two hours or more when working on the computer
- To drive for prolonged periods of time
Mental Demands: The Delivery Driver/ Distribution Center Specialist must have the ability
- To exercise strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- To manage conflicting and simultaneous priorities and workflow.
- To interact with customers while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor.
- To work independently and as a member of various teams and committees.
- To understand and follow written and verbal instructions
- To practice sound judgment with the ability to make timely decisions.
- To respond courteously and promptly to upper management demands or inquiries.
- To be comfortable and at ease when speaking to vendors, and other employees of the Company with whom communication and coordination is essential.
SHIFT: 1st shift
Salary: $25.00/hour; after 6 months salary $25.50/hour