Delivery Driver

Your career grows here. 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.

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Drive company truck(s) with great care, assuring compliance with all prevailing traffic laws and legal speed limits, and safety protocol.
• Provide associates with possible solutions and/or appropriate contact information when problems arise; report observations of customer opportunities and problems to the Warehouse Manager.
• Load and unload 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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 feet for extended periods and traverse the warehouse with or without accommodation.
• Basic problem-solving skills and computer skills.

Benefits

• 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.

Pay

Starting Rate: $18-22 (based on experience).

Schedule

7 AM - 4 PM, Monday through Friday.