Warehouse Associate Backup Non-CDL Driver - Oshkosh

Viking Electric; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; 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 Oshkosh, Wisconsin is seeking a Warehouse Associate Backup Driver. The role involves local deliveries, vehicle inspections, loading and unloading materials, and maintaining strong customer relationships. Starting early mornings with a focus on safety and efficiency, you will be the face of the company in daily interactions.

The position is full-time, requires a valid license, and offers competitive hourly pay with benefits as part of a respected regional electrical distributor.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and be at least 21 years old.
• Able to lift up to 85 pounds and perform physical tasks.
• Basic math and English communication skills are required.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Willingness to learn to operate warehouse equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform local deliveries and return home each night.
• Inspect vehicle before and after routes.
• Load materials and assist with unloading at customer sites.
• Maintain a safe and courteous interaction with customers.
• Operate material handling equipment as needed and fill orders accurately.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Mobility to lift 85 lbs

Basic math

Basic English

Legal right to work in US

Forklift operation

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Cherry pickers

Reach trucks

Dollies

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.

Warehouse Backup Non-CDL Delivery Driver

Location: Oshkosh, Wisconsin

Job type: Full time

License: Regular driver's license

Vehicle Type: Box truck/straight truck or sprinter van

Schedule: 4:00am start time Monday-Friday

Hourly pay: $20.00-$25.00 an hour (Pay for experience)

Distance: Local deliveries - return home each night

Learn about a day in the life of our drivers!

What You’ll Do

As a Warehouse Associate Backup 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, contacting customers upon arrival and assisting them with unloading. As the face of our company, you’ll build strong relationships with customers who rely on your service and support.

• Conduct vehicle inspections at the start and end of your route
• Transport and deliver products to customers 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
• Fill orders and issues materials and supplies per requests.
• Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, cherry pickers, walking riders, reach trucks, EZGo carts, hand trucks or dollies.
• Pack and ship customer orders accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Other warehouse duties as assigned.

Requirements

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 driving experience and/or training

Keywords: Box Truck, local, in town, in-town, delivery, route, route sales, courier, customer service, route driver, delivery route, local delivery, route sales, delivery sales, motor transport operator

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

Get to know us on YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram and learn how we’re “Powering Progress for Future Generations.”

Check out the Viking Electric company page on LinkedIn and follow us for updates.

Check out our YouTube Careers Playlist to see Viking Electric associates in action.

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. Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or email [e-mail].

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