Distribution Center (DC) Warehouse Associate/ Inventory Department

    Highlights

    Job Overview: As a Distribution Center Warehouse Associate, you will assist with receiving, counting, and putting away incoming equipment and merchandise to ensure accurate inventory records and maintain consistency across the branch. Safely operate a forklift to complete assigned tasks, including loading, unloading, moving, pulling orders, and transporting products or equipment.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationDurham, NC

    Description

    Reports to: Inventory Manager

    Status: FT - Non-Exempt (hourly)

    Last Revised: July 30, 2026

    Note: This job description is intended to summarize the type and level of work performed by the incumbent and is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities and requirements. Receipt of this job description does not constitute an employment agreement. Associated Scaffolding, Inc. is an at-will employer and may terminate the employment relationship with or without notice or cause.

    Job Overview:

    As a Distribution Center Warehouse Associate, you will assist with receiving, counting, and putting away incoming equipment and merchandise to ensure accurate inventory records and maintain consistency across the branch. You will also support the inventory department with additional tasks needed to help ensure efficient daily operations.

    Essential Duties & Responsibilities, but not limited to:

    • Inspect incoming orders for accuracy or damages
    • Work with inventory software (syteline) to manage inventory
    • Pull orders for branch transfers
    • Safely secure loads by banding, wrapping, and/or taping as needed.
    • Organizing/cleaning DC when needed
    • Perform other miscellaneous assignments as directed by the supervisor.
    • Safely operate a forklift to complete assigned tasks, including loading, unloading, moving, pulling orders, and transporting products or equipment.

    Minimum Qualifications:

    • At least 18 years old.
    • High School Diploma or equivalent.
    • Strong customer service skills.
    • Positive attitude and ability to work as a team.
    • The ability to safely handle up to 70 lbs.
    • Must hold a valid driver's license

    Knowledge & Skills Needed:

    • Basic computer skills
    • Experienced in Microsoft office (Excel/Outlook)
    • Diligent attention and knowledge of safety.
    • Excellent attention to detail
    • Accurate counting and basic inventory skills
    • Ability to manage time efficiently and productively.
    • Good oral and written communication skills in the English language.

    All candidates must submit to drug testing, a criminal background check and E-Verification of their eligibility to work in the US. Must pass a motor vehicle qualification check to be able to operate our vehicles.

    Working Conditions

    • Employees will spend periods of time indoors and outdoors working settings.
    • Employees will spend periods of time counting and restocking items in the warehouse, and yard.

    Employee Benefits

    • Health, Dental, Vision insurance plans
    • Company paid and supplemental life insurance
    • Short-term and long-term disability insurance
    • Flexible spending plan
    • 401(k) retirement plans with matching
    • Paid vacations
    • Sick leave
    • 8 Paid holidays
    • Job specific development plans & individual development plans (IDP)
    • Employee bonus's that rewards on individual growth and time with the company.

    Physical Requirements

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Weight

    Must be able to move, lift or leverage up to:

    Gross Motor

    Must be able to perform the following functions:

    Communication

    Must be able to engage in unrestricted communication:

    WEIGHT FREQUENCY

    FUNCTION

    FREQUENCY

    MEDIUM

    FREQUENCY

    10 lbs

    Often

    Standing

    Often

    Telephone

    Sometimes

    20 lbs

    Often

    Stooping

    Often

    Computer

    Sometimes

    30 lbs

    Often

    Bending

    Often

    In-person

    Often

    40 lbs

    Often

    Reaching

    Often

    In writing

    Often

    50 lbs

    Often

    Walking

    Often

    Radio

    Sometimes

    70 lbs

    Often

    Driving

    Often

    Reading

    Sometimes

    If you have any questions about the position, feel free to contact:

    • Hurley@associated-scaffolding.com
    • smith@associated-scaffolding.com

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