Driver - Council Bluffs, IA

Sonepar USA Inc; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401K match

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Annual safety shoe reimbursement

Employee discount

Job summary

Echo Electric, a brand owned by Sonepar, is seeking an Inventory Control Driver in Council Bluffs, IA. This role involves delivering to customers, monitoring stock, and maintaining accurate records across multiple locations.

You will load, unload, and replenish products while ensuring safety and quality at all times. Ideal candidates hold a valid driver’s license, have basic computer skills, and can lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to operate a delivery vehicle safely.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn inventory systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jack, and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Deliver products to assigned customers and maintain inventory at each customer location.
• Support full delivery cycle: picking orders, loading the truck, stocking shelves, and processing returns.
• Maintain delivery, inventory, and return records using company systems.
• Communicate professionally with customers and respond to routine delivery or inventory questions.
• Follow safety procedures and company policies; keep vehicle and work area clean and organized.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Safe driving

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

Dependable attendance

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift experience

Pallet jack

Job description

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. 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 Inventory Control Driver. This position is responsible for delivering products to assigned customers and maintaining appropriate inventory levels at each customer location. This position supports the full delivery cycle, including picking orders, loading the truck, stocking customer shelves, and documenting product returns. The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, customer-focused, and comfortable using basic computer systems.

Shift: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

We are looking for associates who:

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• 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 an assigned route to provide reliable deliveries to dedicated customer locations.
• Monitor customer inventory and replenish products to maintain appropriate stock levels.
• Accurately pick customer orders and verify product quantities before loading.
• Safely load, organize, and secure products on the delivery truck.
• Unload deliveries and restock products on customer shelves in an orderly manner.
• Identify, document, and process customer returns accurately.
• Maintain delivery, inventory, and return records using company computer systems.
• Communicate professionally with customers and respond to routine delivery or inventory questions.
• Follow company safety procedures, traffic laws, and customer site requirements.
• Keep the vehicle and work area clean, organized, and ready for use.

What you bring:

• Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to operate a delivery vehicle safely and responsibly.
• Ability to climb into and drive delivery vehicles.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn inventory and order-entry systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Dependable attendance and the ability to work independently.
• Professional communication and customer service skills.
• 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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