Switcher Driver 1
Switcher Driver 1
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Job Description
Our Opportunity:
We are looking for a Switcher Driver I at our fulfillment center in Reno NV!
The idealSwitcher DriverI will work closely with the Chewy operations and transportation teams. The function of this role is to work within the Fulfillment Center (FC) performing fulfilment related duties and back up the Switcher Driver II role to facilitate transportation and FC functions. This will include responsibilities in inbound or outbound also require collaboration with all aspects of the FC operations as well as Chewy carriers and vendors to provide exemplary customer service in our fulfillment center. This position is critical in ensuring that the Chewy fulfilment operations have adequate support and can step into the driving role when driving this role will move both loaded and empty trailers to ensure that they are positioned safely accurately and efficiently.
What youll do:
- Work with transportation and operations teams to prioritize tasks.
- Labeling replenishing box making and loading/unloading trailers.
- Fulfilling and organizing orders to ensure customer delivery process is efficient and accurate.
- Work in operational roles such as order picking outbound docks or other outbound related functions as needed.
- Perform periodic spot checks of the yard and reporting on equipment.
- Operate a switcher unit a minimum of 5hours within a 30 calendar day period.
- When driving ensure switcher equipment is in safe working order to include pre/posttrip inspections tire condition and unit hours reporting.
- When driving safely move carrier trailers within the Chewy yard to include both loads and empties for the Inbound and Outbound docks.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Participate in additional training where applicable.
Required Qualifications:
- A safety driven mentality.
- A valid drivers license.
- Pass Chewys driving and knowledge proficiency tests.
- Maintenance of Chewys internal certification for driving and knowledge proficiency.
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
- Ability to effectively operate independently with minimal supervision.
- Effective verbal and written communications skills.
- Ability to effectively communicate via twoway radio.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights weekends and holidays if needed.
- Follow all company policies procedures and safety guidelines.
- High level of professionalism and strong work ethic.
- The ability to adjust to sudden changes in customer demands or operational goals.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks at once.
- Adhere to quality and performance standards.
- Ability to work in a fastpaced distribution environment.
- Detail oriented and accurate.
- A high level of ease with backing and operating heavy machinery.
Physical Job Requirements
- The ability to repeatedly climb in and out of a truck in order to connect and disconnect airlines move trailers and conduct periodic spot checks of the yard.
- Walk up to 2 miles per shift.
- Frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
- Frequently lift up to 70 pounds using an optional team lift.
- Rarely lift greater than 70 pounds using a team lift.
- Stand push pull carry squat and kneel.
- Climb up and down stairs (where applicable).
We offer the following benefits for our employees:
- 20 Discount
- Medical Dental Vision FSA and HSA (eligibility on the 1st of the month following date of hire)
- Life and Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with company matching
- Wellness benefits through Wellbeing @Chewy
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off: Team members are eligible to accrue up to 80 hours of PTO their first year
- Subsidized child adult and pet backup care through
- Discounts on many items through the LifeMart Discount platform
- The option to sign up for Payactivs Earned Wage Access program and access a portion of the money youve already earned before your regular payday!
- Opportunity for wage increases starting after 3months of service
- Referral Bonuses $500 per referral
Employment Type
Full Time
