CDL Driver/Shop Support

Endres Manufacturing; Waunakee (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Bonuses

Company sponsored events

Job summary

Endres Manufacturing in Waunakee, WI, is looking for a CDL Driver and Industrial Laborer to support trucking operations and assist with shop duties. Ideal candidates must possess a valid CDL, have strong communication skills, and be safety-focused.

This hands-on role requires flexibility as duties involve driving, material handling, and industrial painting. Attractive benefits include health and life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and more.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Class A or B CDL.
• Experience in material handling or industrial settings is preferred.
• Industrial or structural steel painting experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate commercial vehicles to transport steel.
• Load and unload materials in the shop.
• Assist with inventory organization and stock rotation.

Skills

Valid Class A or Class B CDL

Experience driving manual

Strong communication skills

Dependable, adaptable, and safety focused

Ability to operate forklifts and overhead cranes

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Overhead cranes

Spray equipment

Job description

Endres Manufacturing Company is a leading AISC certified structural steel fabricator committed to quality, innovation, and employee development. We value family, loyalty and strong work ethics while fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment where team members are empowered to contribute and grow.

We are seeking a versatile and reliableCDL Driver and Industrial Laborer to support our trucking operations while also assisting with shop floor duties throughout the day. This position is ideal for someone who holds avalid CDL (Class A, B, and C), can drive manual, and is comfortable transitioning between driving, material handling, and industrial painting tasks as needed.

This is a hands-on role that supports multiple departments and requires flexibility, strong work ethic, and a demonstrated commitment to safety.

Locations: Waunakee, WI & Arlington, WI

Shift: 1st shift; 6:00AM - 4:00PM

Key Responsibilities

CDL Driving and Transportation

• Safely operate Class A, B, and C commercial vehicles to transport structural steel to customer sites
• Load, secure, and unload materials for delivery
• Perform deliveries in a safe, courteous, and defensive manner
• Communicate professionally with customers at delivery locations
• Follow all DOT, company safety, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain required driving logs, inspections, and documentation
• Participate in yearly intrastate physical and random drug testing

Material Handling and Industrial Painting Support

• Load and unload steel materials in the shop and from trucks
• Move, store, and organize raw materials and finished products using forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material handling equipment
• Verify incoming materials against purchase orders and report shortages, damage, or incorrect shipments
• Assist with inventory organization and stock rotation
• Support production teams as workload demands shift throughout the day
• Prepare steel surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and priming
• Apply industrial coatings using spray equipment, rollers, or brushes
• Inspect finished work for quality, coverage, and consistency
• Perform touch ups or corrections as required
• Maintain painting and spray equipment
• Follow all safety, PPE, and environmental guidelines

Qualifications

• ValidClass A or Class B CDL is required
• Experience driving manual
• High school diploma or GED required
• Experience with material handling or working in an industrial or manufacturing environment preferred
• Industrial or structural steel painting experience is a plus
• Ability to operate forklifts and overhead cranes or willingness to be trained
• Strong communication skills and ability to work across departments
• Dependable, adaptable, and safety focused

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, squat, twist, reach, and climb as needed
• Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights
• Comfortable working in noisy, dusty, or temperature varying environments
• Capable of working both indoors and outdoors in varying conditions

Endres Manufacturing offers a competitive salary and benefits that include health insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, profit sharing, bonuses, paid holiday, company sponsored events and more!