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Join the team and family at J.S. West

Most people like to be a member of a family and a part of the team. Here at J.S. West, that is exactly what you’ll experience. With nearly 300 employees, that might seem impossible…but it’s true. One of the reasons is that J.S. West has 17 locations throughout the Central Valley, with each location having five to 50 employees.
The propane divisions are located in Placerville, Colfax, Angels Camp, Sonora, Modesto, Fresno, and Oakhurst. There are egg processing plants and chicken ranches in Hilmar, Livingston, and Farmington. In Modesto, you will find a retail feed store and the corporate office. Because of the wide scope of businesses, there is a diversity of positions. A few job titles are delivery driver, feed store clerk, sales associate, accounts payable, maintenance mechanic, manager, night janitor, quality control, and receptionist.

Excellent Benefits

Available Positions

Colfax

  • Customer Service Representative – Colfax, CA

    Our Story

    Most people like to be a member of a family and a part of the team. Here at J.S. West that is exactly what you’ll experience. J.S. West & Companies is all about family. We’re family owned and operated and have been for more than a century. Our whole philosophy of business embraces the bonds, trust and loyalty found in the family unit and extends to our family of employees, customers and community.

    J.S. West has an exciting and inviting opportunity for a Customer Service Representative based in our Colfax region who can thrive in a fast paced, high pressure work environment. Reporting directly to the Office Manager, in this position you will be offering superb customer service to both our residential and commercial propane customers. Our ideal candidate will have a team player attitude.

    Duties and responsibilities can vary. A partial list includes:

    • Answering Phones and greeting visitors
    • New customer setup
    • Accounts Receivable
    • Scheduling Deliveries & Work Orders
    • Bookkeeping
    • Running reports
    • Data entry
     

    We expect our CSR to have the following skills and abilities:

    • Phone skills that are courteous, friendly, and professional
    • Fast paced work ethic
    • People skills that put visitors at ease
    • Detail oriented and focused
    • Computer literate with a proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
    • Time management - can balance work to meet deadlines and can work in sometimes hectic situations
    • Exceptional accounting/bookkeeping skills
     

    J.S. West offers excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, ESOP, 401(k), Vacation, Sick Leave and Holidays.

    Please send resumes to jobs@jswest.com

  • Service Technician – Colfax, CA

    Our Story

    Most people like to be a member of a family and a part of the team. Here at JS West that is exactly what you’ll experience. JS West & Companies is all about family. We’re employee owned and family operated and have been for more than a century. Our whole philosophy of business embraces the bonds, trust, and loyalty found in the family unit and extends to our family of employees, customers, and community.

    JS West has an exciting and inviting opportunity for a Service Technician based in our Colfax region who can thrive in a fast-paced work environment. Reporting directly to the District Manager, in this position you will be responsible for providing safe and efficient service to both residential and commercial customers. Our ideal candidates will have plumbing experience and possess a safety conscious attitude.

    Job Requirements:

    • A valid class A or B license
    • Hazardous Materials
    • LPG/Plumbing knowledge
    • Pass a pre-employment DOT physical, drug screen, physical therapy evaluation, and a background check
    • Be enthusiastic about safety
     

    We expect our Service Technicians to:

    • Have good interpersonal skills and be willing to take direction from a manager
    • Offer great customer service and be team focused
    • Drive safely to and from service destinations
    • Perform service work as required and as department policy dictates
    • Perform "Gas Checks" as policy requires
    • Report safety violations and follow through to ensure that those are fixed
    • Perform on-call duties on a regular basis
     

    JS West offers excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, ESOP, 401(k), Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays.

    Please send resumes to jobs@jswest.com

Marysville

  • Delivery Driver – Marysville, CA

    Our Story

    Most people like to be a member of a family and a part of the team. Here at JS West that is exactly what you’ll experience. JS West & Companies is all about family. We’re employee owned and family operated and have been for more than a century. Our whole philosophy of business embraces the bonds, trust, and loyalty found in the family unit and extends to our family of employees, customers, and community. JS West has an exciting and inviting opportunity for a Delivery Driver based in our Marysville region who can thrive in a fast-paced work environment. Reporting directly to the District Manager, in this position you will be responsible for providing safe and efficient service to both residential and commercial customers. Our ideal candidates will have driving experience and possess a safety conscious attitude.

    Job Requirements:

    • A valid class A or B license
    • Hazardous Materials
    • Tank Endorsement
    • Air Brakes
    • Pass a pre-employment DOT physical, drug screen, physical therapy evaluation, and a background check
    • Be enthusiastic about safety
     

    We expect our Delivery Drivers to:

    • Have good interpersonal skills and be willing to take direction from the manager
    • Offer great customer service and be team focused
    • Drive safely to and from delivery destinations
    • Interact with customers to obtain payment, signatures and provide receipts
    • Observe speed limits and obey all road signs
    • Perform simple vehicle maintenance (i.e. cleaning interior and exterior, filling tires with air, etc.)
      JS West offers excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, ESOP, 401(k), Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays. Please send resumes to jobs@jswest.com

Modesto

  • Human Resources Assistant – Modesto, CA

    Our Story

    Most people like to be a member of a family and a part of the team. Here at JS West that is exactly what you’ll experience. JS West & Companies is all about family. We’re employee owned and family operated and have been for more than a century. Our whole philosophy of business embraces the bonds, trust, and loyalty found in the family unit and extends to our family of employees, customers, and community.

    JS West has an exciting and inviting opportunity for a Human Resources Assistant based in our Corporate Office. The Human Resouces Assistant will perform administrative tasks and daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including applicant screening, onboarding staff, and enforcing company policies and practices.

    Essential Duties and responsibilities can vary. A partial list includes:

    • Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications, including scheduling physical, drug screens and lift tests
    • Implements new hire orientation
    • Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation.
    • Answers frequently asked questions from applicants and employees relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.; refers more complex questions to appropriate senior-level HR staff or management.
    • Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings and investigations.
    • Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files and records.
    • Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
    • Performs periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately.
    • Provides clerical support to the HR department.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.
     

    Education and Experience:

    • Bilingual Preferred
    • Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
    • At least one year of human resource experience preferred.
    • Travel up to 50% of the time (home base corporate office in Modesto, branches throughout Central California)
     

    We expect our Human Resource Assistant to have the following skills and abilities:

    • Phone skills that are courteous, friendly, and professional
    • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
    • Detail oriented and focused
    • Time management - can balance work to meet deadlines and can work in sometimes hectic situations
    • Exceptional ability to work in a team environment
     

    JS West offers excellent benefits including Employee Stock Ownership Program, Medical, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, 401(k), Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays.

    Please send resumes to jobs@jswest.com or fax to 209-569-5063

  • IT Helpdesk Support – Modesto, CA

    Our Story

    Most people like to be a member of a family and a part of the team. Here at JS West that is exactly what you’ll experience. JS West & Companies is all about family. We’re employee owned and family operated and have been for more than a century. Our whole philosophy of business embraces the bonds, trust, and loyalty found in the family unit and extends to our family of employees, customers, and community.

    There is an exciting and inviting opportunity for an IT Helpdesk Support Tech based in our Corporate Office. The IT Helpdesk Support Tech will take initial steps to help the company with any IT needs that arise. Reporting directly to the IT Manager, in this position you will be responsible for taking telephone, email, and helpdesk inquiries from staff in order to analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve system hardware, software, and networking issues.

    Duties and responsibilities can vary. A partial list includes:

    • Taking initial telephone, email, or helpdesk inquires
    • Logging Helpdesk Support notes
    • Analyzing, troubleshooting and resolving system hardware, software, and networking issues
    • Recognize and escalate more difficult problems to System Administrators or the IT Department Manager
    • Conducting server and workstation builds
    • Provide both technical and non-technical support to users
    • Assist with analysis and maintenance of WAN and LAN networks
    • Assist with computer equipment and software inventory
    • Establish and maintain good working relationships with staff. Act as an information resource and respond to inquiries
    • Compile and document network and system changes
    • Resolve simple printer issues and work with printer vendor support
    • May assist with maintenance of networking and wireless networks
    • Comply with JS West and IT Department Policies and Procedures
     

    Job Requirements:

    • Be enthusiastic about technology and supporting others
    • DMV license
    • Travel to remote offices
    • Able to lift 40 pounds
     

    We expect our IT Support to have the following skills and abilities:

    • Phone skills that are courteous, friendly, and professional
    • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
    • Detail oriented and focused
    • Time management - can balance work to meet deadlines and can work in sometimes hectic situations
    • Exceptional ability to work in a team environment
     

    JS West offers excellent benefits including Employee Stock Ownership Program, Medical, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, 401(k), Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays.

    Please send resumes to jobs@jswest.com or fax to 209-569-5063

Oakhurst

  • Deliver Driver – Oakhurst, CA

    Our Story

    Most people like to be a member of a family and a part of the team. Here at J.S. West that is exactly what you’ll experience. J.S. West & Companies is all about family. We’re employee owned and family operated and have been for more than a century. Our whole philosophy of business embraces the bonds, trust and loyalty found in the family unit and extends to our family of employees, customers and community.

    J.S. West has an exciting and inviting opportunity for a Delivery Driver based in our Oakhurst region who can thrive in a fast paced work environment. Reporting directly to the District Manager, in this position you will be responsible for providing safe and efficient service to both residential and commercial customers. Our ideal candidate will have plumbing experience and posses a safety conscious attitude.

    Job Requirements:

    • A valid class A or B license
    • Hazardous Materials
    • Tank Endorsement
    • Air Brakes
    • Pass a pre-employment DOT physical, drug screen, physical therapy evaluation, and a background check
    • Be enthusiastic about safety
     

    We expect our Delivery Driver/Service Technicians to:

    • Have good interpersonal skills and be willing to take direction from the manager
    • Offer great customer service and be team focused
    • Drive safely to and from service destinations
    • Interact with customers to obtain payment, signatures, and giving receipts
    • Observe speed limits and obey all road signs
    • Perform simple vehicle maintenance (i.e. cleaning interior and exterior, filling tires with air, etc.)
     

    J.S. West offers excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, ESOP, 401(K), Vacation, Sick Leave and Holidays.

    Please send resumes and DMV print outs to jobs@jswest.com

Placerville

  • Cylinder Exchange Route Driver – Placerville, CA

    Our Story

    Most people like to be a member of a family and a part of the team. Here at J.S. West that is exactly what you’ll experience. J.S. West & Companies is all about family. We’re family owned and operated and have been for more than a century. Our whole philosophy of business embraces the bonds, trust and loyalty found in the family unit and extends to our family of employees, customers and community.

    J.S. West has an exciting and inviting opportunity for a Propane Exchange Delivery Driver based in our Placerville region that can thrive in a fast paced work environment. Reporting directly to the Cylinder Manager, in this position you will be responsible for handling daily routes delivering 20lbs cylinders to our commercial customers. Our ideal candidate will have driving experience and posses a safety conscious attitude.

    Job Requirements:

    • A valid class B license
    • Hazardous Materials
    • Tank Endorsement
    • Air Brakes
    • Be able to load and unload truck by hand
    • Pass a pre-employment DOT physical, drug screen, physical therapy evaluation, and a background check
    • Be enthusiastic about safety
     

    We expect our Cylinder Exchange Drivers to:

    • Have good interpersonal skills and be willing to take direction from the manager
    • Offer great customer service and be team focused
    • Drive safely to and from delivery destinations
    • Interact with customers to obtain payment, signatures and giving receipts
    • Observe speed limits and obey all road signs
    • Perform simple vehicle maintenance (i.e. cleaning interior and exterior, filling tires with air, etc.)
     

    J.S. West offers excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, ESOP, 401(k), Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays.

    Please send resumes to jobs@jswest.com or fax to 209-569-5063

Sonora

  • Service Technician – Sonora, CA

    Our Story

    Most people like to be a member of a family and a part of the team. Here at J.S. West that is exactly what you’ll experience. J.S. West & Companies is all about family. We’re employee owned and family operated and have been for more than a century. Our whole philosophy of business embraces the bonds, trust and loyalty found in the family unit and extends to our family of employees, customers and community.

    J.S. West has an exciting and inviting opportunity for a Service Technician based in our Sonora region who can thrive in a fast paced work environment. Reporting directly to the District Manager, in this position you will be responsible for providing safe and efficient service to both residential and commercial customers. Our ideal candidates will have plumbing experience and posses a safety conscious attitude.

    Job Requirements

    • A valid class A or B license
    • Hazardous Materials
    • LPG/Plumbing knowledge
    • Pass a pre-employment DOT physical, drug screen, physical therapy evaluation, and a background check
    • Be enthusiastic about safety
     

    We expect our Service Technicians to:

    • Have good interpersonal skills and be willing to take direction from the manager
    • Offer great customer service and be team focused
    • Drive safely to and from service destinations
    • Perform service work as required and as department policy dictates
    • Perform "Gas Checks" as policy requires
    • Report safety violations and follow through to ensure those are fixed
    • Perform on-call duties on regular rotations
     

    JS West offers excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, ESOP, 401(k), Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays.

    Please send resumes to jobs@jswest.com or fax to 209-569-5063

  • Delivery Driver – Sonora, CA

    Our Story

    Most people like to be a member of a family and a part of the team. Here at J.S. West that is exactly what you’ll experience. J.S. West & Companies is all about family. We’re employee owned and family operated and have been for more than a century. Our whole philosophy of business embraces the bonds, trust and loyalty found in the family unit and extends to our family of employees, customers and community.

    J.S. West has an exciting and inviting opportunity for a Delivery Driver based in our Sonora region who can thrive in a fast-paced work environment. Reporting directly to the District Manager, in this position you will be responsible for making safe and efficient propane deliveries to both residential and commercial customers. Our ideal candidates will have driving experience and posses a safety conscious attitude.

    Job Requirements

    • A valid class A or B license
    • Hazardous Materials
    • Tank Endorsement
    • Air Brakes
    • Pass a pre-employment DOT physical, drug screen, physical therapy evaluation, and a background check
    • Be enthusiastic about safety
     

    We expect our Delivery Drivers to:

    • Have good interpersonal skills and be willing to take direction from the manager
    • Offer great customer service and be team focused
    • Drive safely to and from delivery destinations
    • Interact with customers to obtain payment, signatures and giving receipts
    • Observe speed limits and obey all road signs
    • Perform simple vehicle maintenance (i.e. cleaning interior and exterior, filling tires with air, etc.)
     

    JS West offers excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, ESOP, 401(k), Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays.

    Please send resumes to jobs@jswest.com

  • Transport Driver – Sonora, CA

    Our Story

    Most people like to be a member of a family and a part of the team. Here at JS West that is exactly what you will experience. JS West & Companies is all about family. We are employee owned and family operated and have been for more than a century. Our whole philosophy of business embraces the bonds, trust and loyalty found in the family unit and extends to our family of employees, customers and community. JS West has an exciting and inviting opportunity for a Transport Driver based in our Sonora region who can thrive in a fast-paced work environment. Reporting directly to the Transport Supervisor, in this position you will be responsible for making safe and efficient propane deliveries to commercial customers. Our ideal candidate will have driving experience and posses a safety conscious attitude.

    Job Requirements:

    • Must have a valid Class A driver’s license
    • Hazardous Materials
    • Tank Endorsement
    • Air Brakes
    • Doubles, Triples

    We expect our Transport Drivers to:

    • Pass a pre-employment DOT physical, drug screen, physical therapy evaluation, and a background check
    • Have good interpersonal skills and be willing to take direction from the manager
    • Offer great customer service and be team focused
    • Be enthusiastic about safety
    • Keep accurate records and daily driver logs
    • Share a truck and keep it neat: windows washed, refueled, and trash removed
    JS West offers excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, ESOP, 401(k), Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays. Please send resumes to jobs@jswest.com