Warehouse Associate & Driver (CDL-A Sponsorship Available)

Location: Glenwood Springs, CO | Type: Full-Time, Salaried

About Schafer Metals

Established in 1976, we are a family-owned leader in the building material sector, specializing in the wholesale, distribution, and manufacturing of architectural steel. With locations in Denver and Glenwood Springs, we pride ourselves on a small-business atmosphere and a high-level of customer service. Your contribution will matter.

The Role

In this dual-role position, you will report directly to the General Manager. Your time will be split approximately 50% in the warehouse and 50% making local deliveries. You will manage roughly 12,000 sq. ft. of warehouse space and an outside staging yard, ensuring our architectural steel products are handled with precision and care.

The Career Opportunity: We Will Train You

We operate a variety of vehicles and trailers. While a Class A CDL is preferred, it is not a dealbreaker. For the right candidate, after a period of employment, we will provide full tuition sponsorship and paid training to obtain your Class A CDL through an accredited truck driving school.

Primary Responsibilities

- Warehouse Operations: Loading/unloading materials from racks and vehicles, picking and staging orders, and verifying physical inventory counts.

- Driving: Safely operating medium-duty trucks and trailers for local deliveries and picking-up incoming stock orders.

- Site Management: Maintaining a safe, organized work area and adjusting stock layouts as inventory needs evolve.

- Forklift Operation: Safe and efficient operation of forklifts for material movement.

Requirements & Qualifications

- Experience: Previous experience with forklifts and medium-duty trucks/trailers. Class A CDL is highly preferred.

- Compliance: Must be 21+ years of age with a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

- Safety: Ability to pass a DOT drug test and criminal background screen.

- Skills: Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with customers and co-workers.

- Adaptability: A problem-solver who can prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment and take direction well.

- Physical Requirements:

- Lifting & carryingup to 65lbs multiple times / day

- Bending, stooping, operating machinery or power tools, utilizing cutting tools, working outside, and being on your feet >50% of the day.

- Bilingual: Proficiency in Spanish is a plus!

Schedule & Compensation

- Competitive Salary: Paid weekly with vacation time and healthcare benefits (available after 60 days).

- Standard Schedule: M–Th 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM; Friday 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM.

- Candidates should be prepared and willing to work 45–50 hours per week during peak seasons

- Occasional overnight trips or drives to Denver required, <10x / year

Pay: $28.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Health insurance

- Paid time off

- Paid training

Work Location: In person