Warehouse Driver

KONE, Inc; Illinois; On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401K Employer Match

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

KONE, Inc is seeking a Warehouse Driver to support warehouse operations, deliver parts and tools to job sites, and maintain inventory records. The role emphasizes hands-on logistics, equipment handling, and safe driving.

The position requires 1+ year in warehousing or trucking, forklift familiarity, and basic MS Office skills. It offers a structured, team-based environment with opportunities to contribute to process improvements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 1+ year in a warehouse environment and/or as a truck driver.
• Knowledge of forklift operation and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Warehouse Associate to inspect, label, and record incoming shipments of parts and tools.
• Sort materials, using a forklift if necessary, to pallets, racks, or bins.
• Prepare requests for parts, equipment and tools via requisition forms or phone.
• Complete requested orders and record outgoing materials.
• Load orders into truck via forklift or by hand.
• Transport and deliver goods to and from designated job sites.
• Cleans warehouse and equipment.
• Inventory checks every six months.
• Troubleshoot parts delivery issues (change location, missing shipments).
• Adjustments to inventory stock.

Skills

Forklift operation

Valid driver's license

Microsoft Office

Self-motivation

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

SAP system

Job description

KONE, founded in 1910, is one of the largest, award-winning elevator companies in the world and our offering for employees is as competitive as our offering for customers. Not only do we provide highly competitive salaries, company vehicles for specific roles, and world-class benefits for our salaried employees - we also pride ourselves on our culture and principles. Innovation, sustainability, collaboration and ethical business practices are just some of the pillars that we use to define our own success. Come join our family in KONE Americas to be a part of something big!

Warehouse Driver

We are looking for a dedicated Warehouse Driver who would be assisting with maintaining the warehouse, inventory, and tools. You will also play a pivotal role to the operations day-to-day by being the champion at delivering parts, materials, and tools to job sites and perform the essential functions listed below:

Essential Functions

1. Collaborate with the Warehouse Associate to inspect, label, and record incoming shipments of parts, equipment, and tools by hand or on the computer to maintain inventory records.
2. Sort materials, using fork lift if necessary, to place on pallets, racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence or product code number. You help own the organizational piece of the warehouse!
3. Prepare requests for parts, equipment and tools via requisition forms or phone.
4. Complete requested orders and record outgoing materials.
5. Load orders into truck via fork lift or hand.
6. Transport and deliver goods to and from designated job site. You are a face of our branch and helping the team get the jobs completed!

Additional Responsibilities

1. Cleans warehouse and equipment.
2. Responsible for inventory checks every six months.
3. Troubleshoot parts delivery issues (change location, missing shipments, etc.)
4. Adjustments to inventory stock

Education

High school diploma

Experience

1+ experience in a warehouse environment and/or as a truck driver.

Specific Knowledge, Skills & Behaviors

1. Knowledge of or ability to learn fork lift operation.
2. Valid driver's license and experience operating motor vehicle - as well as enjoys driving!
3. Microsoft Office product computer skills are required.
4. Knowledge of or ability to learn KONE parts, SAP system, and the territory covered by the branch.
5. Ability to work with minimal supervision - this job provides a lot of opportunity where you go by the beat of your own drum, so we need you to be self-driven!
6. Interpersonal skills necessary to work with and receive instructions from a wide variety of individuals.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

About KONE

At KONE, we foster an innovative and collaborative culture, valuing each individual's contribution. Employee engagement and sustainability are key focuses, promoting ethical practices and mutual respect. We're proud to offer experiences and opportunities to help you achieve career and personal goals while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

We hire individuals who value culture because we believe culture drives innovation :

• We value your authentic self.
• Collaborative, creative, and supportive work environment.
• Passionate about safety, quality, and innovation
• We care about the communities where we live and work.

Just some of our many benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible work schedule
• Opportunities to learn and grow
• 401K Employer Match
• 401k Employer Non-elective Contribution
• Well-being Program
• Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Digital Health Solutions & Telehealth
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Family & Medical Leave
• Parental Leave
• Leave to Care for a Domestic Partner
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Company Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Buy-Up Long-term Disability
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity & Accident Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Insurance
• KONE Credit Union
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Benefits

Annual Base Pay Range

The hiring range for this role is $35,900 - $47,145. The compensation package offered will depend on candidate's ability to meet the requirements of the role, needs for the business strategy, and a range of factors unique to each candidate, including their skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and location.

Variable Compensation

KONE Annual Bonus pla