Driver

About Us

Founded in 1947 and headquartered in Schofield, Wisconsin, Wausau Supply Company has a history of providing top-quality building materials to authorized retailers across the United States. As a proud 100% employee-owned company, we are dedicated to not only serving our customers but also ensuring that our employees have a direct stake in our success. We distribute building materials from the industry’s leading manufacturers to authorized retailers from the western Rocky Mountains to the east coast. In addition to our distribution capabilities, Wausau Supply Company is known for its high-quality manufactured brands, including Diamond Kote Siding System, Waudena, ChamClad, and Taylor Entrance Systems. These brands reflect our commitment to innovation, safety, service, and integrity. Our territory continues to expand with nineteen distribution centers and five fabrication and finishing facilities across the United States.

About the Role

A Wausau Supply Company Driver operates a gasoline or diesel-powered tractor-trailer combination to transport, unload, and deliver products to customers safely and efficiently. The Driver is responsible for understanding and supporting all company goals, including quality control and maintaining high standards of workmanship. This role requires anticipating potential issues that could impact long-term objectives and taking proactive steps to prevent them. Strong communication skills and positive working relationships both internally and externally are essential. Professionalism, reliability, and a commitment to customer service are key to success in this position.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety standards set in place by Wausau Supply Company.
• Complete safety trainings in a timely manner.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections on the tractor and trailer.
• Check load and secure it to D.O.T. regulations; ensure the load is safe and legal before moving.
• Drive truck safely and legally to customer locations and return to the distribution center.
• Open curtains, unstrap product, count, and check product for damage and shortages.
• Assist receivers in unloading and loading the truck as needed.
• Maintain driver logs and inspection reports according to D.O.T. regulations.
• Maintain good housekeeping and a professional image.
• Work a flexible schedule, with availability for occasional overnights to support business needs.
• Use and follow company portals (Samsara, Cheetah, etc.) when making customer deliveries.
• Adhere to expense policies and procedures set forth by Wausau Supply Company.

Requirements

• Minimum one year, 100,000 miles driving experience – preferred, but not required.
• Must have a clean driving record.
• Must possess a Class A CDL with air brake endorsement.
• Must be able to pass a D.O.T. Physical.
• Must pass a DOT pre-employment drug test.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift 75 pounds.
• Able to push/pull 100 pounds.
• Be able to assist in loading and unloading a variety of building materials as needed.
• Able to obtain a D.O.T. medical card.

Work Environment

The job requires drivers to be outside in all weather conditions, year-round.

Benefits

• $3000 sign-on bonus.
• 3 weeks paid vacation within the 1st year.
• 9 paid holidays.
• 100% employee-owned company.
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) – employer-funded with an average retirement contribution of up to $4 per hour.
• 401K Retirement Fund – additional opportunity for employee contribution.
• Health, Dental, Vision, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Training and development.
• Employee Material Purchase Program.