About this role
Sample Warehouse Driver
Job Description
We hope you're interested in building a home with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every requirement listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply.
About the Warehouse Operations Team
As Sample Warehouse Coordinators, we support corporate and photo studio teams across eight Williams Sonoma brands including: Williams Sonoma and Pottery Barn. We receive new samples directly from vendors, and store the samples in the warehouse, making sure teams can access what they need to create the right visuals for online and marketing use.
Our warehouse handles everything from small items like napkins and candles to large pieces like kitchen islands and fireplaces. We operate like a library—samples come in, get checked out, returned, and eventually retired. It’s a continuous cycle that keeps creative and operational teams moving.
Overview of the Driver role
This hybrid role combines driving and warehouse support. The Driver/Warehouse Associate ensures timely delivery and return of samples between our Richmond warehouse, the corporate offices in San Francisco, and special project stores around the bay area, representing the company professionally while operating branded vehicles.
Responsibilities include safe driving, following company safety and conduct policies, and supporting warehouse operations including but not limited to receiving, organizing inventory, preparing deliveries, and processing returns. This role is essential to maintaining smooth workflows both on the road and in-house.
Responsibilities
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Delivery of furniture samples by loading, unloading, and scanning them to and from the corporate buildings and warehouses
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Responsible for driving the 26’ Black Truck, Merchandise, and deliveries. Will serve as co-driver for the route
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Use effective communication skills and a professional demeanor with corporate business partners
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Inspect samples and vehicles for safe performance
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Ensure an adequate level of supplies
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Prepare required documentation, driver logs, delivery receipts, and comments
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Perform warehouse functions including but not limited to receiving, stocking, picking, cataloging, returns processing and ad-hoc projects
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Operation of power material handling equipment, such as forklift
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Completion of a 6-week driver training program with Lead Driver and pass DOT required road tests; or one year of active driving experience
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Operate a computer and communicate via telephone
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Transport materials and equipment and lift, move, and carry objects up to or exceeding 50 pounds
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Criteria
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High School diploma/ GED or equivalent preferred
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Experience driving a 26’ box truck or California Drivers License C preferred
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Acceptable driving record and clear understanding of traffic laws and regulations including how to read maps and road signs
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Good communication skills, business professional demeanor