SkillBridge Operations Trainee - Southeast Region

SRS Distribution Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 6,612,000 - 9,698,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building materials distributor is seeking a SkillBridge Operations Trainee for a hands-on training program in Louisville, Kentucky. This role provides practical, industry-relevant experience for service members transitioning to civilian careers, covering operations, sales, and finance. Candidates must have 180 days or fewer remaining in service and possess a strong work ethic and teamwork skills. Benefits include a structured training program and potential career paths in operations or customer service.

Qualifications

• 180 days or fewer remaining on active duty at the time of program start.
• Approval from Chain of Command required.
• Pay Grade E5 and above.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on exposure to all aspects of our business.
• Learn our business model, company culture, and core values.
• Build on your existing skills through structured on-the-job training.

Skills

Self-motivated

Leadership

Team-oriented

Excellent communication

Strong work ethic

Job description

Overview

SkillBridge Operations Trainee - Southeast Region

SRS Distribution | Heritage Family of Companies
Proud Partner of the Department of Defense SkillBridge Program
SRS Distribution, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Home Depot, is honored to be an authorized partner of the Department of Defense SkillBridge Program. This opportunity is designed for service members with 180 days or fewer remaining before discharge and offers practical, industry-relevant training to support a successful transition into civilian careers.

With coast-to-coast coverage, over 750+ locations in 47 states, SRS Distribution is one of the nation\'s leading and fastest-growing distributors of building materials, landscape products, and pool & spa supplies.

Program Length: 16 Weeks
Location: On-Site, Based at Branch Locations

Southeast Region: Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Tennesse, North Carolina, South Carolina, Kentucky, West Virginia, Virginia, Maryland, Delaware.

What You’ll Gain

Gain hands-on exposure to all aspects of our business—including warehouse operations, sales, finance, safety, supply chain, and human resources. You’ll learn our business model, company culture, and core values while building on your existing skills through structured, on-the-job training to support a smooth transition into a civilian career.

Post-Program Career Paths

• Operations Manager
• Operations Coordinator
• Customer Service Representative
• Inside Sales Representative

Program Criteria

• 180 days or fewer remaining on active duty at the time of program start
• Approval from Chain of Command
• Pay Grade E5 and above

Qualifications

• Self-motivated, creative, results-driven, solution-oriented, direct, and determined to succeed
• Demonstrated leadership and a strong work ethic
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Team-oriented with strong collaboration skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Proficient in computer systems with strong organizational, strategic thinking, and time management skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions
• Exposure to high noise levels in the work environment
• Ability to properly and repeatedly lift up to 50–100 lbs on a daily basis
• Ability to work on sloped roofs of varying pitch and height

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Equal Opportunity Employer.

Veteran Friendly Employer. SRS Distribution believes in hiring military veterans at any level for any position. We know your service trained you in many of the areas we value, such as; leadership, teamwork, performance, integrity, and safety. If your experience matches our requirements, we want you to apply today.