Warehouse Associate III (DOT Backup Driver) - Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

<strong>Description<br><br></strong><strong>POSITION SUMMARY<br><br></strong><strong>The Warehouse Associate III supports core warehouse operations including inventory processing,<br><br></strong><strong>material handling, records management, and facility organization. This role ensures the accurate<br><br></strong><strong>intake, storage, retrieval, and destruction of customer records while maintaining strict chain-of<br><br></strong><strong>custody and confidentiality standards.<br><br></strong><strong>This position represents the most specialized role within the warehouse job family and focuses on<br><br></strong><strong>operational execution, accuracy, and productivity in support of VRC’s service commitments.<br><br></strong><strong>This advanced warehouse role includes authorized operation of Powered Industrial Trucks (PITs)<br><br></strong><strong>and DOT-regulated Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMVs) when assigned. The position supports both<br><br></strong><strong>Warehouse Operations And Transportation Coverage. Employees Must Maintain Required<br><br></strong><strong>equipment certifications and must meet all DOT driver qualification requirements. A valid<br><br></strong><strong>Driver’s License And Acceptable Driving Record Are Required.<br><br></strong><strong>WHY VRC<br><br></strong><strong>VRC is a fast-growth, industry-leading information management company committed to protecting<br><br></strong><strong>what matters most — data, people, and purpose. We operate across more than 100 locations<br><br></strong><strong>throughout the United States and the Bahamas, supporting organizations that rely on secure<br><br></strong><strong>records management and information protection.<br><br></strong><strong>Joining VRC Means<br><br></strong><strong>Operational impact: Your work supports the secure management of critical customer<br><br></strong><strong>information.<br><br></strong><strong>Career development: Warehouse roles offer opportunities to expand into equipment<br><br></strong><strong>operation, driving roles, and leadership paths.<br><br></strong><strong>Growth environment: VRC offers stability and opportunity for advancement.<br><br></strong><strong>Team-focused culture: Collaboration, accountability, and professionalism drive our daily<br><br></strong><strong>work.<br><br></strong><strong>Mission-driven work: Protecting sensitive information requires precision, discipline, and<br><br></strong><strong>integrity.<br><br></strong><strong>Voice and influence: Ideas are welcomed, encouraged, and acted upon.<br><br></strong><strong>At VRC, every role contributes to maintaining trust with our customers and protecting what matters<br><br></strong><strong>most.<br><br></strong><strong>Requirements<br><br></strong><strong>ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES<br><br></strong><ul><li>Barcode and process incoming boxes and materials.</li><li>Pull, refile, and consolidate customer inventory.</li><li>Process materials scheduled for secure destruction.</li><li>Perform bay consolidations and maintain organized storage locations.</li><li>Maintain warehouse cleanliness and general facility upkeep.</li><li>Utilize handheld scanners and inventory management systems.</li><li>Meet established productivity, timeliness, and accuracy standards.</li><li>Maintain strict customer confidentiality and chain-of-custody procedures.</li><li>Assist team members and support operational needs.</li><li>Follow all operational protocols.</li><li>Maintain compliance with all facility safety procedures and OSHA standards.</li><li>Operate Powered Industrial Trucks (forklifts, order pickers, electric pallet jacks) when<br><br></li></ul><strong>certified and authorized.<br><br></strong><ul><li>Operate company vans or box trucks to support route coverage, pickups, and deliveries<br><br></li></ul><strong>when assigned.<br><br></strong><ul><li>Operate DOT-regulated Commercial Motor Vehicles to support route coverage, pickups,<br><br></li></ul><strong>and deliveries when assigned.<br><br></strong><ul><li>Perform additional duties as assigned by management.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Principal Accountabilities<br><br></strong><strong>Operational Accuracy & Productivity<br><br></strong><strong>Ensure customer materials are processed, stored, and retrieved accurately while meeting<br><br></strong><strong>established productivity standards.<br><br></strong><strong>Inventory Integrity<br><br></strong><strong>Maintain accurate inventory records through disciplined scanning, labeling, and storage<br><br></strong><strong>procedures.<br><br></strong><strong>Customer Data Protection<br><br></strong><strong>Safeguard sensitive customer information by following chain-of-custody and confidentiality<br><br></strong><strong>protocols.<br><br></strong><strong>Operational Support<br><br></strong><strong>Support warehouse team operations through collaboration, organization, and reliability.<br><br></strong><strong>EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION<br><br></strong><strong>Warehouse Associate III employees may operate DOT-regulated Commercial Motor Vehicles and<br><br></strong><strong>Powered Industrial Warehouse Equipment, Including<br><br></strong><ul><li>Manual pallet jacks</li><li>Hand trucks and non-powered material handling equipment</li><li>Powered Industrial Trucks (certification required)</li><li>Company vans and box trucks</li><li>DOT-regulated Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMVs) as defined under 49 CFR</li><li>390.5<br><br></li></ul><strong>(10,001–25,999 lbs GVWR) in interstate commerce<br><br></strong><strong>Education And/Or Experience<br><br></strong><ul><li>High School Diploma or equivalent preferred</li><li>Warehouse or material handling experience preferred<br><br></li></ul><strong>Qualifications<br><br></strong><ul><li>Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required</li><li>Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) certification required (certification offered upon hire)</li><li>Must meet DOT driver qualification requirements</li><li>Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality</li><li>Ability to follow established procedures and safety protocols</li><li>Strong organizational and time management skills</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team</li><li>Dependable, reliable, and safety-conscious</li><li>Basic comfort with handheld technology and scanning devices</li><li>Ability to read, write, and communicate in English sufficiently to understand safety<br><br></li></ul><strong>Procedures, Follow Written Instructions, Complete Required Documentation, And<br><br></strong><strong>communicate with coworkers, supervisors, and customers when necessary is required<br><br></strong><strong>PHYSICAL DEMANDS<br><br></strong><ul><li>Frequent lifting of boxes weighing 40–50 pounds</li><li>Standing and walking for extended periods</li><li>Stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching</li><li>Ability to work in varying warehouse temperatures</li><li>Ability to access storage areas at heights up to 14 feet using approved non-powered access<br><br></li></ul><strong>methods<br><br></strong><strong>WORK ENVIRONMENT<br><br></strong><strong>Warehouse environment with exposure to typical operational noise and activity. Work may involve<br><br></strong><strong>temperature fluctuations and fast-paced productivity expectations tied to operational service<br><br></strong><strong>levels.</strong>

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