New England’s top construction materials suppliers joined forces in 2020 to serve the full needs of commercial and residential builders, contractors, and construction professionals across Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, and New Hampshire. New England Gypsum (NEG) and Robert N. Karpp Company (Karpp) are experts, with decades of experience in their respective local markets. Most of our employees at New England Gypsum have worked in the building materials industry for more than 20 years. All of New England Gypsum’s employees pride themselves in being hard-working, safe, and professional in their key roles and they are the backbone of our success as a company.

As a member of the GMS family, New England Gypsum shares a common passion for "safety-first" customer service. GMS is the leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard, acoustical ceiling products and other specialty building materials. Founded in 1971, GMS now operates a network of more than 250 distribution centers nationwide. For more information about GMS, visit www.gms.com or any one of our subsidiary company websites.

Summary of Position:

New England Gypsum Supply, Inc. Delivery Helpers are responsible for preparing pallets of construction materials, assisting warehouse personnel in loading and unloading delivery vehicles, accompanying delivery crew to various jobs sites, and safely unloading building materials on commercial and residential jobsites while providing a world class customer service experience. This entry level position offers opportunity for advancement. Delivery Helpers can choose to obtain a commercial B class license or learn heavy forklift operation. New England Gypsum Supply, Inc. offers training in all areas to allow employees to learn the construction industry and advance their careers at their own pace. New England Gypsum Supply, Inc. is proud to be a Veteran friendly, second chance friendly, and equal opportunity employer.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Compliance of company, state and federal guidelines particularly as it relates to OSHA and DOT for the safety of all personnel
• Perform pre-trip inspections of equipment, paperwork and loaded product to ensure accuracy of order
• Efficiently and safely secure products onto delivery vehicle
• Safely unload product and deliver to assigned area as directed by the customer
• Navigates delivery driver to job site

Other Competencies:

• Ability to self-manage, show initiative and be proactive
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers

Basic Qualifications:

• Ability to read, write and communicate information accurately
• Stamina to lift at least 75 lbs. in order to carry materials, such as drywall materials joint compound

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to remain standing 90%
• Constantly, moving from unloading materials from commercial motor vehicle onto job site
• Constantly, positions self to unload and load materials from flatbed or boom
• Frequently moves materials weighing up to 100lbs while unloading and loading flatbed
• Must be able to communicate with management and coworkers and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Constantly working in an outside environment while making deliveries

Mental Demands:

• Must be able to prioritize job sites and deadlines
• Must be able to manage stress depending on customer’s deadline
• Must be able to multitask
• Must be able to receive information and directions
• Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur
• Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement

Company Benefits:

• Competitive compensation depending on level of experience
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
• 401k
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid holidays & vacation days

This job description is subject to change at any time.

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. Our people have the independence and authority to make a difference. We invest in relationships, and every person is important. Our highest priority is serving others. We passionately pursue a safe work environment along with a relentless focus on operational excellence. We believe you can never go wrong doing the right thing.

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