Parts Runner (Req #: 1424) in Westfield, Massachusetts at Peckham Industries

About Us:

Peckham Industries Inc. (PII) has been a family-run business since 1924 and we believe our “family by choice” ethos delivers value as the trusted supplier of construction materials, products, and services in the communities we serve. Through our extensive network of hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete plants, quarries, and liquid asphalt terminals, PII delivers the highest quality materials and custom solutions to thousands of road construction and road maintenance customers. In addition, the company’s construction operations include paving and road reclamation services, as well as precast/prestressed concrete production and erection of multi-level parking structures, specialty buildings, and bridge components.

Become part of our mission by realizing your purpose, serving our community interests, and delivering growth for our customers. Peckham Industries educates, innovates, and applies technology in a way that is safe, sustainable, inclusive, and profitable.

Job Summary:

The Parts Runner supports field operations and maintenance by ensuring the right parts, tools, equipment, and supplies arrive where and when they are needed. This role combines transportation, material handling, equipment mobilization, vendor coordination, and shop support activities to keep crews productive and assets in service across the Eastern Region.

Essential Functions:

1. Determined. Deploy maintenance inventory, parts, tools, and supplies throughout the Eastern Region using a company vehicle; verify accuracy against pick lists, purchase orders, and delivery documentation.
2. Committed to serve. Prepare, stage, load, and secure equipment, tools, and materials for transport to support field operations and maintenance activities.
3. Safety always wins. Safely mobilize equipment using a non-CDL truck and trailer combination while following load securement requirements, DOT regulations, and company safety standards.
4. Dedication. Assist with daily shop organization, housekeeping, and routine maintenance activities to maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work environment.
5. Respect and engage. Communicate daily with vendors and suppliers to place and confirm orders, track delivery schedules, resolve discrepancies, and ensure the correct products and materials are received.
6. Results matter. Independently plan and schedule an efficient and productive workday, including delivery routes, equipment movements, vendor pickups, and other assigned tasks; maintain trip logs, delivery records, and basic inventory documentation.
7. Protect family and friends. Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, report equipment issues promptly, and comply with all company, DOT, site safety, and drug and alcohol testing requirements.

Requirements, Education and Experience:

1. Valid driver’s license with a clean, insurable driving record.
2. Willingness to obtain a valid DOT Medical Card / Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
3. Strong verbal and written communication skills with a professional, customer-focused approach.
4. Comfortable operating a non-CDL truck and trailer; able to secure loads per best practices.
5. Proven ability to prioritize, route efficiently, and work independently.
6. Basic familiarity with parts, tools, and equipment used in construction/maintenance
7. Authorized to work in the U.S.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Travel:

This position may be based out of either the Palmer, MA or Westfield, MA facility and requires regular travel throughout the Eastern Region.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

Heavy work includes moving objects up to 50 lb. or more. This position works on or near moving mechanical parts and loud equipment. Requires the ability to stand for long periods of time as well as lifting, bending, squatting, walking, reaching, and repetitive motion.

Values:

At Peckham, you will experience our values wherever you work: corporate offices, plants, quarries, or paving operations. We share a common set of values - safety, integrity, dedication, and efficiency which are embedded in how we show up every day. Ours is a culture where we protect family and friends, our word is our bond, we are committed to serve and results matter. Our values are the foundation of our growth, and we believe will pave the way for future success.

Peckham Industries, Inc. (PII) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to provide EEO to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, if you have a disability and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Peckham, please contact Recruitment@peckham.com.