Distribution Material Handler/Back Up Driver

About Us

Founded in 1947 and headquartered in Schofield, Wisconsin, Wausau Supply Company provides top-quality building materials to authorized retailers across the United States. As a 100% employee-owned company, we ensure our employees have a direct stake in our success. We distribute building materials from leading manufacturers and are known for our high-quality manufactured brands, including Diamond Kote Siding System, Waudena, ChamClad, and Taylor Entrance Systems. With nineteen distribution centers and five fabrication and finishing facilities, we continue to expand our territory to meet customer demands.

Responsibilities

• Use a handheld computer to receive incoming and outgoing freight
• Pick products for customer orders and stage them for loading
• Load orders on semi-trucks and unload stock onto racking
• Inspect trucks for defects before and after trips and submit condition reports
• Check loads and secure them according to D.O.T. regulations
• Drive trucks safely and legally to customer locations and return
• Open curtains, unstrap product, count, and check for damage or shortages
• Assist receivers in unloading and loading the truck
• Maintain driver logs and inspection reports according to D.O.T. regulations
• Maintain a professional image at all times
• Obtain forklift certification to aid in loading, unloading, and general warehouse work
• Work a flexible schedule

Requirements

• Good to exceptional math skills
• Reading and comprehension skills
• Punctual, self-motivated, and reliable
• Exceptional customer service and organizational skills
• Class A CDL with air brake endorsement
• Ability to pass a D.O.T. physical and pre-employment drug test
• Ability to be forklift certified

Physical Demands

• Ability to hand lift 100 pounds occasionally and 70 pounds repetitively
• Products of 100 pounds or more are lifted with a forklift
• Able to obtain a D.O.T. medical card

Work Environment

• Exposure to all weather conditions
• Flexibility with hours and schedules, including work days of 10-13 hours during peak season

Benefits

• $3000 sign-on bonus
• 3 weeks paid vacation within the first year
• 9 paid holidays
• 100% employee-owned company
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (employer-funded with an average retirement contribution of up to $4 per hour)
• 401K Retirement Fund with additional employee contribution opportunities
• Health, dental, vision, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for advancement
• Training and development programs
• Employee Material Purchase Program