Transfer Driver 2nd Shift - Milwaukee

Viking Electric; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

Dental & vision

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

401(k) with company match

Professional development

Job summary

Viking Electric in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is hiring for a 2nd shift Non-CDL Transfer Driver. This full-time role focuses on local deliveries from the warehouse, with pre-trip inspections, loading, unloading, and assisting in the warehouse as needed.

The position requires a valid driver's license, ability to lift up to 85 pounds, and DOT physical compliance. You will join a supportive team offering comprehensive benefits and opportunities within the Sonepar group.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Be at least 21 years old.
• Ability to lift up to 85 pounds.
• Pass and maintain DOT physical.
• Basic math skills.
• Basic English communication.
• Willingness to learn equipment (training provided).
• Authorized to work in the United States without VISA sponsorship.
• Minimum 1 year of related experience and/or training.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip vehicle inspections at start and end of route.
• Deliver local products to Viking Electric locations and customers.
• Assist with loading and unloading materials.
• Assist in warehouse as needed after route completion.
• Maintain safe driving practices and customer-friendly service.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

21+ years old

Lift up to 85 lb

DOT physical

Basic math

Basic English

Willingness to learn equipment

US work authorization

1 year related experience

Job description

There’s a Place for You at Viking Electric.

A career at Viking Electric is more than a job. You’re investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Viking Electric https://www.vikingelectric.com/about offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building – you can find it here. We operate throughout the Midwest and are part of the Sonepar group, the world’s #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.

Being “Powered by Difference” means we respect and value diverse perspectives. At Viking Electric, we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.

2nd shift Non-CDL Transfer Driver

Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Job type: Full Time

License: Regular license

Vehicle Type: Box truck/straight truck

Schedule: 2:00pm start time Monday-Friday

Hourly pay: $21.00/hr - $26.00/hr (Pay for experience) and $1.50/hr 2nd shift differential

Distance: Local deliveries - return home each night

Learn about a day in the life of our drivers!

What You’ll Do

As a Non CDL Transfer Driver, you play a vital role in delivering essential electrical products from our warehouse to our valued customers. Each day begins with a thorough pre-trip inspection of your delivery vehicle, followed by loading materials and packages to prepare for the day ahead. You will make local deliveries to other Viking Electric locations and assist with unloading. When the transfer route is complete, you will assist throughout the Warehouse where needed.

You will…

• Conduct vehicle inspections at the start and end of your route
• Transport and deliver products with care
• Unload items such as wire, pipe, conduit, and boxes during deliveries
• Adhere to all safety procedures and regulations
• Maintain a friendly and courteous demeanor with customers

What You Bring

• Valid driver’s license
• Be at least 21 years old
• Ability to climb into and drive delivery vehicles
• Ability to lift packages that could weigh up to 85 pounds
• Ability to pass and maintain Department of Transportation (DOT) physical
• Basic math skills (add and subtract numbers)
• Basic English communication skills
• Willingness to learn how to operate equipment (we provide training)
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without VISA sponsorship now or in the future
• 1 year of related experience and/or training

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What We Offer You

• Healthcare plans
• Dental & vision
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match
• Professional and personal development programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Opportunity to become a shareholder
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
• Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
• Robust wellness program
• Gym reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We’re proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

Learn More About Us

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Learn more at https://www.vikingelectric.com/about.

Viking Electric is part of the Sonepar family of brands: https://www.soneparusa.com/us-en/about-us

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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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