Warehouse Associate

Location
Lorton, VA, US
Workplace
On-site
Compensation
$17 – $21

About this role

Position Summary

The Warehouse Associate supports daily warehouse operations for residential and commercial moving and storage services. This role is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, organized, and efficient warehouse environment; assisting with inventory control and materials handling; preparing equipment and materials for daily dispatch; and ensuring all warehouse procedures and documentation are followed accurately.

Warehouse Associates play a key role in supporting residential and commercial crews, protecting customer property, and maintaining Company standards for safety, accountability, and operational readiness.


Reporting Structure

Reports To: Sr. Vice President (SVP)
Works Closely With: Residential and Commercial Crews, Operations Team, Fleet and Warehouse Staff


Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Warehouse Operations & Facility Support

  • Assist with daily warehouse operations related to commercial moving and storage.

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and orderly warehouse at all times.

  • Ensure storage areas, vaults, racks, containers, and materials are properly labeled and stored.

  • Support daily opening and closing warehouse procedures, including securing doors, equipment, and materials.

  • Help prepare warehouse, trucks, and equipment each morning to ensure crews are dispatched on time.

Inventory Control & Storage Handling

  • Assist with receiving, labeling, inventorying, and placement of household goods, commercial storage items, and materials.

  • Follow established procedures for items entering and leaving the warehouse, including releases, deliveries, and transfers.

  • Support physical inventory counts and audits as directed by warehouse leadership.

  • Handle customer goods with care to prevent loss or damage.

Materials & Packing Supplies

  • Assist with organizing, issuing, and restocking packing materials (boxes, pads, wrap, tape, and specialty supplies).

  • Accurately track materials used and report usage as required for billing and inventory purposes.

Equipment & Warehouse Tools

  • Safely operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, hand trucks, and forklifts (if certified).

  • Assist with basic warehouse equipment checks and report maintenance or safety issues promptly.

  • Ensure tools and equipment are stored properly and secured after use.

Documentation & Timekeeping

  • Complete required warehouse documentation accurately and in a timely manner.

  • Ensure daily timesheets are completed correctly and submitted on time.

  • Follow all job coding and time tracking procedures.

Safety & Compliance

  • Follow all warehouse safety procedures, Company policies, and handling standards.

  • Use proper lifting techniques and personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

  • Report safety concerns, damages, or incidents immediately to warehouse leadership.

  • Maintain a safe working environment for yourself and others.


Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Previous warehouse, moving, or labor experience preferred but not required.

  • Ability to follow instructions, procedures, and safety guidelines.

  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

  • Reliable attendance and punctuality.

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Forklift certification or willingness to become certified.

  • Familiarity with basic inventory or warehouse tracking systems.



Work Environment & Physical Requirements

  • Warehouse-based position with frequent physical activity.

  • Requires lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling heavy items (up to 100+ lbs. with assistance).

  • Requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, and climbing.

  • Exposure to varying temperatures, dust, noise, and warehouse conditions.

  • High attention to safety, accuracy, and teamwork required.


Employment Classification

  • Full-Time, Hourly

  • At-Will Employment

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