CDL Driver / Warehouse Associate

The Company :

The Greenwich Tent Company stands alone as the premier tent rental company throughout the Northeast. We collaborate with the industry’s top players to create the highest quality tented venues for weddings, celebrations, and corporate events from 15 to 500+ guests.

From full flooring to climate control, no element is overlooked when ensuring a safe, comfortable, and completely customized tented venue.

The Position :

We are hiring a CDL Driver / Warehouse Associate to add to our outstanding team. In this role you will support the operations team by transporting goods between the warehouse and jobsites, assisting with loading and unloading as necessary, and supporting the warehouse manager as needed.

This is an hourly, non-exempt (overtime eligible) position that reports directly to the VP of Operations with a pay range of $30 to 36 per hour depending on your experience.

This position requires weekend and after-hours availability from now through November. You will need to be available to start early and work extended days as needed.

We are looking for someone who is highly safety conscious, dependable, and who works well as part of a team. In return, you will have the opportunity to learn from the best in our industry and be part of a dedicated, growing team.

Your Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Oversee and assist in the safe loading and unloading of vehicles at both the Greenwich Tent warehouse and at jobsites using either forklifts or pallet jacks.
• Follow all DOT / OSHA safety regulations including pre-trip inspections, ELD logging (when required), PPE, etc.
• Identify appropriate delivery routes to and from jobsites, considering truck restrictions and traffic patterns (Greenwich Tent will provide a truck GPS)
• Drive to jobsites / vendor locations safely while obeying all traffic laws. Able to effectively maneuver vehicle in a variety of locations, both residential and commercial.
• Verify load safety and accuracy prior to departure
• Maintain a clean truck / trailer; inside and out
• Note any mechanical or vehicle problems in a timely manner
• Additional duties, as assigned

Requirements

• CDL A license is required along with an acceptable driving record
• Forklift experience is required; forklift certification preferred
• Proven track record of following operational and safety procedures
• OSHA certification is preferred
• Commitment to being reliable - punctuality and attendance are critical
• Positive, respectful and a proactive team player with the ability to communicate and work effectively with others
• Able to effectively communicate verbally in English (bilingual in Spanish a plus)
• Able to start your day early, work longer days and weekends as needed, and be flexible with schedule changes.
• Ability to bend, squat, climb, crawl, kneel and lift frequently
• Ability to lift 75 lbs., push 100 lbs. and have a full range of motion and dexterity.
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Previous warehouse experience preferred. Tenting experience is a plus!

Benefits

Along with a generous hourly pay rate between $30 and $36 depending on experience, you will also be eligible for participation in our company 401K program (with company match) after 1 year and 1000 hours of service.