Warehouse Associate

Job DetailsJob Location: Distribution Center - Orange, MA 01364Salary Range: $20.00 - $20.00 HourlyWarehouse Associate Pete’s Tire Barns was started by Peter A. Gerry in 1968 and has grown to one of the largest independent tire dealerships in the country. Pete’s currently operates 22 full-service locations in New England, a state-of-the art Distribution Center, 3 Bandag retread facilities, employs in excess of 300 people, and operates a fleet of over 100 service and delivery vehicles. Today, approximately 90% of our business is in the commercial truck tire and related markets. Pete's services everything from a wheelbarrow tire up to an earthmover tire.  Warehouse Associate Requirements: Load, unload and move tires and similar product as needed Operate a fork or clamp truck to move product Language skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals Basic mathematical skills Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in writing, oral or diagram form Computer skills: Basic computer skills; training will be provided as needed Equipment: Capable of operating a sprayer Ability to be able to work at one position, standing for longer periods of time   Warehouse Associate Benefits:   •      Health insurance – Eligible after 90 days of employment •      Dental insurance – Eligible after 90 days of employment •      Vision insurance – Eligible after 90 days of employment •      401(k) – Pete’s Tire Barns matches 25% of employee contributions, up to 6% of pay •      Paid vacation – 2 weeks •      $15,000 life insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage •      Employee Assistance Program (EAP) •      Safety footwear allowance – $150 annually, beginning after 30 days of employment       Physical Demands: Exerts 75 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequently reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), handles (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or working with hands), and identifies and distinguishes colors. Occasionally climbs (ascends or descends ladders, stairs, ramps, and the like), balances. Occasionally stoops (bending the body downward and forward by bending at the waist, legs and spine), and kneels (bending the legs at knee to come to rest on knee or knees).   Statement of Other Duties This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described.   Qualifications High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred Driver's License & clean driving record preferred Must be able to obtain a forklift certification