Driver Class B or C - Physical - Cart Retrieval

The Rack/Cart Collector role will recover racks/carts from retail stores within the region. This role primarily works to tear down, pack, load and unload garden center racks used to transport and display retail products.  This position is seasonal (spring to fall).  The position is hourly with an incentive bonus based on the number of carts retrieved daily. 

This is a physical job, you must be physically fit.  Able to lift 40 pounds above you head.  Due to the size of the carts, it is beneficial to be  5'8" or taller.  This position is also exposed to the weather, you will be working in the heat of the summer.  THIS IS A LABOR INTENSIVE POSITION.   The position does require that you drive a pick up truck with either a bumper pull or gooseneck enclosed trailed up to 26' in length.  IF YOU DO NOT HAVE EXPERIENCE PULLING A TRAILER - DO NOT APPLY.

Required Skills/Abilities:

·         Driving experience, including trailer towing

·         Ability to lift at least 40 pounds

·         Valid Class B or Class C driver’s license

·         High school diploma or equivalent

·         Ability to independently problem solve issues while collecting

·         Possess a clean driving record

·         Work effectively in a wide range of weather conditions

·         Ability to repeatedly stand, push, pull and lift

Duties/Responsibilities:

·         Inspect equipment before embarking on daily collection schedule to verify safe and reliable operation.

·         Operate company vehicles (truck and trailer) by driving them along pre-established routes around the local region.

·         Disassemble racks/carts into various pieces, stack them for transportation, load them into trailer and unload daily at warehouse when collection is complete.

·         Maintain vehicles and equipment by performing basic functions, such as cleaning, filling gas tanks or changing essential fluids.

·         Communicate with management about road work, unsafe sites, equipment issues, accidents, or other incidents.

·         Maintains all records, documentation, and files associated with this role.

·         Providing general warehouse support when needed. This can include operating equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.), picking orders and supporting general facility maintenance.

·         Communicating and coordinating with colleagues as necessary.

·         Performs other related duties as assigned. 

If you feel you meet these qualifications, please apply.  Good Luck!