Hardwood Lumber Sales + Delivery Driver

Portland ME

Description

We’re Hiring! Full Time Retail + Wood Enthusiast / Delivery driver O’Brien Hardwoods supplies local contractors, woodworkers, boatbuilders and hobbyists with domestic and imported rough-sawn hardwood lumber and cabinet grade and marine grade plywood. Currently we offer delivery throughout the entire state of Maine and we are looking for a quality individual to step into a retail role as well as being our delivery driver when needed. This is a full-time position and will also consists of learning about the hardwood lumber industry as well as aiding with the day-to-day operations in the store and driving our flatbed delivery truck. No special license required. You will represent our company in a professional and cost-effective manner to increase our profitability and customer satisfaction. Responsibilities: o Learning and coverage of retail sales at O’Brien Hardwoods o Help plan and execute delivery activities, including: o Helping to prepare delivery loads o Following planned delivery routes o Off-loading materials at designated delivery site o Complete logs and reports o Collect payments o Inform customers about new products and services o Maintaining cleanliness and standard maintenance of delivery vehicles o Observing company safety procedures and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations Requirements: • Schedule of Monday through Friday, 7:30 to 4:00 • Physical ability to move large, bulky and/or heavy items • Ability to operate basic computer functions • Ability to operate a forklift (or aptitude and willingness/ability to learn) • Physical ability to perform tasks that may require prolonged standing, sitting, and other activities necessary to perform job duties • Valid State of Maine Driver’s License with a clean record • Ability to read, write, and perform basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction). • Minimum 21 year of age • Excellent communications and customer service skills • Excellent organizational and time management skills • High school degree This is a full-time position averaging 35-40 hours per week. OBWI offers: • Competitive Pay (commensurate with experience) • Year-round work • Paid holidays and time-off • Retirement w/ company match • Health & Dental Insurance • Employee use of cabinet shop • Discounts at O’Brien Hardwoods and Carhartt • Positive Work Environment