Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $21.00 - $22.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
prescription drug coverage
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Seasonal rewards
Exclusive vendor discounts
Employee assistance program
Tuition Reimbursement
Job Description
Horizon Distributors, Inc. is a prominent distributor specializing in landscape and irrigation products, and it operates as a wholly owned subsidiary of POOLCORP, the world's largest publicly traded distributor of swimming pool, landscaping, and outdoor living products. With over 60 years of industry experience, Horizon has successfully established itself as a leader in serving professional landscape contractors across the United States. The company operates 70 sales centers nationwide and employs over 5,000 team members in more than 395 sales centers worldwide. Horizon prides itself on offering customers the buying power and convenience of a national company while maintaining the personalized... Show More
Job Requirements
- A valid driver's license and ability to operate up to a 26000GVW straight 24' flatbed truck
- A Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and Pre-Employment Screening Program (PSP) indicating no more than 2 combined violations or at fault accidents in the past 3 years
- Ability to frequently lift and move items that weigh up to 20 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds
- Aptitude to learn ever-evolving computer systems, programs, handheld technology and processes
- Ability to observe surroundings for information and recognize potential problems
- Maintains composure in a fast-paced environment focused on serving business owners with urgent needs
- A cooperative, dependable team player
- Strong customer service attitude
- Keen awareness of how actions behind-the-scenes can impact customer service
- Good communication and record-keeping skills
- Follows and carries out instructions with minimal supervision
- Possess or obtain forklift certification
- Must be at least 21 years old
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
- Good communication and record-keeping skills
- Follows and carries out instructions with minimal supervision
- Possess or obtain forklift certification
- Strong customer service attitude
- A cooperative, dependable team player
Job Duties
- Make deliveries using the most effective route to ensure orders are delivered on time
- Load and unload the vehicle, ensuring that all products are properly secured
- Collect payments and accurately document delivery
- Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR))
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, and inform supervisor of any maintenance needed
- Ensure the vehicle is clean, well-maintained, and presentable on a daily basis
- Assist with housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe and secure sales center
- Increase job and product knowledge on an ongoing basis
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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