Warehouse Operations Specialist | Rochester, NY (DOT) - Acrt : Job Details

Bermex, Inc.

About The Team

At Bermex, we put value on our customer relationships. We're always looking for ways to delight our customers by going the extra mile. Bermex offers expert meter reading services and solutions to utilities and associated organizations throughout the United States, including leak detection, atmospheric corrosion, line location, software service solutions, as well as water, gas, and electric meter reading and exchange. At Bermex, we are always looking for motivated individuals who enjoy working independently and love the outdoors to become a part of our team.

About the Role

The Warehouse Operations Specialist will report to the Operations Lead and play a key role in managing inventory, fulfilling orders, driving a box truck, and ensuring the smooth operation of warehouse activities. This position requires attention to detail, the ability to operate warehouse equipment safely, and the capability to manage tasks autonomously. The Warehouse Operations Specialist will also be responsible for maintaining company delivery vehicles and making deliveries to various project sites.

Pay Transparency: For those residing in New York, the pay rate for this role is at $22/hr.

***Possession of a valid DOT (Department of Transportation) Medical Examiner's Certificate (Medical Card), or ability to obtain prior to employment.***

What You'll Do

Inventory Management & Order Fulfillment

• Monitor and maintain accurate records of stock and supplies, ensuring inventory levels are sufficient for ongoing operations.

• Prepare and package items for delivery to project sites, ensuring timely and accurate dispatch.

Warehouse Organization & Equipment Handling

• Keep the warehouse organized, clean, and safe, implementing efficient storage solutions.

• Safely operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and other tools necessary for daily operations.

• Drive a box truck for deliveries and pick-ups.

Quality Control & Vehicle Maintenance

• Inspect items for defects or discrepancies before shipment, ensuring that only quality materials are sent out.

• Regularly inspect and maintain company delivery vehicles, ensuring they are in good working condition and comply with safety standards.

Local Deliveries & Reporting

• Deliver supplies to various project sites, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.

• Maintain detailed records of all inbound and outbound shipments, reporting any discrepancies to management.

Autonomous Task Management

• Prioritize and complete tasks independently, adapting to changing project demands and deadlines.

Other duties as assigned.

About You

Must haves:

• Must be at least 21 years of age

• Must have a valid driver's license

• Must pass DOT screening requirements

• Possession of a valid DOT (Department of Transportation) Medical Examiner's Certificate (Medical Card), or ability to obtain prior to employment.

Your Skills:

• Proficiency in operating warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks (certification preferred)

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality control

• Ability to manage multiple tasks independently and prioritize effectively

• Excellent communication skills & professionalism

• Strong organizational skills

• Safety-focused

Physical Requirements:

• Standing and Moving: Must be able to stand and move for extended periods of time (70%).

• Repetitive Motions: Engage in repeated motions involving the wrists, hands, and/or fingers (60%).

• Lifting and Moving Objects: Work includes lifting and moving objects up to 70 lbs regularly, and up to 100 lbs occasionally with assistance (50%) using pallet jacks, forklift and lift gate on box truck.

• Communication: Requires frequent communication with others to exchange information. Must be able to see, read, write, and speak effectively (30%).

• Physical Activities: Involves standing, walking, reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing (40%).

This role would not be a good fit if:

• You don't enjoy working in a warehouse environment.

• You're not comfortable working with heavy machinery or physical labor.

• If you are not comfortable driving a box truck.

Drug/Alcohol Testing:

• Drug/alcohol testing is required

• Drug/alcohol testing required per Non-Regulatory requirements for employees working with water, electric, and meters

• Drug/alcohol testing required per Federal DOT regulations for employees working with gas meters

Benefits

Health and Safety

• Group health plans including medical/prescription, dental, vision, and a variety of other coverage options

• Company-paid group life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts or an option for a Health Savings Account with company match

• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and eligible family members

Retirement

• Automatic enrollment in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) at no cost

• Roth or Traditional 401(k) Retirement plan with company match

Time Off

• Paid Vacation and Sick Time

• Paid Holidays

• Veterans Day paid time off for our veterans

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Bermex salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to customer contact terms, location, experience, and performance. Other rewards may include Paid Time Off, 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match, ESOP contributions, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and other region-specific benefits as eligible.

Salary Range Transparency

For applicants residing in NY, the salary for this role is $22/hr.

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring based on sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)