Delivery Helper

Company: GMS
Location: Fresno
Posted on: September 19, 2022

Job Description:

GMS is the leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard, acoustical ceiling products and other specialty building materials. Founded in 1971, GMS now operates a network of more than 250 distribution centers nationwide. For more information about GMS, visit www.gms.comor any one of our subsidiary company websites.Duties & Responsibilities:

• Straps and places corners on each load
• Tarps load depending on weather conditions
• Secures mud, equipment, metal, and pallet on truck
• Verifies that each load matches to what is on the invoice and truck
• Reconciles any discrepancies with dispatcher
• Navigates routes to the job site
• Reviews directions, address, and time expected with leadman
• Notifies dispatcher if expected arrival time will not be met
• Prepares the job sites to be stocked by setting up ramps at the end of truck
• Prepares window for booming by placing carpet over window frame
• Places wood block behind first sheet against window frame, door frames, plumbing, or etc.Other Competencies:Ability to self-manage, show initiative and be proactiveCommunicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customersBasic Qualifications:
  • High School diploma or GED
  • Class A Driver's License
  • Demonstrated knowledge of various board sizes and manufactures, mud types, and steel types
  • Demonstrated knowledge of basic math skills Demonstrated ability to read a mapPhysical Demands:
    • Must be able to remain standing 90%
    • Constantly, moving from unloading materials from commercial motor vehicle onto job site
    • Constantly, positions self to unload and load materials from flatbed or boom Frequently moves materials weighing up to 100lbs while unloading and loading flatbed
    • Must be able to communicate with management and coworkers and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
    • Constantly working in outside and environment while making deliveriesMental Demands:
      • Must be able to prioritize job sites and deadlines
      • Must be able to manage stress depending on customer's deadline
      • Must be able to multitask
      • Must be able to receive information and directions
      • Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur
      • Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgementCompany Benefits:
        • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
        • 401k
        • Paid holidays & vacation daysThis job description is subject to change at any time.Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. Our people have the independence and authority to make a difference. We invest in relationships, and every person is important. Our highest priority is serving others. We passionately pursue a safe work environment along with a relentless focus on operational excellence. We believe you can never go wrong doing the right thing.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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