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At Echo Electric, a brand owned by Sonepar, we are a leader in electrical distribution. Echo Electric represents over $1.2 billion in sales covering Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio, Nebraska, and Southern South Dakota. As part of Sonepar, the worldwide leader in electrical distribution, we have a global reach that allows us to offer excellent benefits and develop innovative solutions, while maintaining our strong local roots and close-knit culture. We empower our associates to contribute to our success by adopting the adapt, dare, learn mindset- adapt to new situations and people, dare to appropriately challenge the status quo, and learn from others and our own experiences.
Our 6 legacy brands known as Echo Electric Supply, Holt, PEPCO, Richards, Shaw Supply, and Springfield Electric have become one brand moving forward with a shared culture, strategy, and vision. We are now going to the market under one bold new brand, Echo Electric.
We have a great opportunity for a customer-oriented Driver/Warehouse Associate to join our team! As a Driver, you will ensure the safe, efficient, and courteous delivery of electrical supplies, materials, and parts. You will also assist with general warehouse duties.
Starting Rate: $18-22 (based on experience)
Shift: 6:30 AM- 3:30 PM, M-F.
We are looking for associates who:
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- A Class C license or the ability to obtain a Class C license within 30 days of employment.
- Successful completion of all driver qualifications as specified in the Department of Transportation regulations, including pre-employment physical examination, regularly scheduled follow-up physical examinations, and proof of a safe driving record.
- Drive company truck(s) with great care, assuring compliance with all prevailing traffic laws and legal speed limits, and safety protocol.
- Provides associates with possible solutions and/or appropriate contact information when problems arise, reports observations of customer opportunities and problems to the Warehouse Manager.
- Loads and unloads materials from truck in an accurate, efficient, and safe manner, utilizing proper body mechanics and proper equipment (e.g., forklift).
- Receive and check-in deliveries, pickups and returns to ensure quality and quantity of products.
- Cut wire, rod, or strut, safely utilizing the appropriate equipment.
- Sweep floors remove trash and otherwise maintain the warehouse in a tidy and safe condition.
- Pick, pack, and ship orders. Orders range from a small box to pallets.
- Record losses of damaged or defective materials.
What you bring:
- Ability to climb into and drive delivery vehicles.
- Ability to unload material at customer site, including heavy and bulky items.
- Willingness to operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jack, and power tools. You will also use push carts and rolling ladders.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without accommodation.
- Ability to be on your stand for extended periods and traverse the warehouse with or without accommodation.
- Basic problem-solving skills and computer skills.
What we offer:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance plus employer paid short term and long-term disability and life insurance.
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- 401K match
- Profit Sharing
- Tuition reimbursement and employee development.
- Annual Safety Shoe Reimbursement
- Employee Discount on products
- Access to a variety of trainings for personal development
Who we are:
We’re the world’s number one distributor of electrical products, solutions and related services. Echo Electric is owned by Sonepar, a global company with over 500 locations nationwide. Whether you grow at one of our local Opcos or at one in another region, we want you to grow with us! All associates are regularly trained and we value promoting from within when possible.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.
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