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Delivery Helper

SRS Distribution · St. Charles CBM, IL · $19.00–$20.91 an hour · Full time

Posted Oct 1, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

This job is about loading, finding job sites, helping the driver back up, and getting the truck ready for tomorrow. What part of that sounds most like work you've done before?

What they are checking: Whether they have any related hands-on experience and understand the helper role supports the driver.

Tell me about a time you worked closely with one partner all day. How did you keep things running smoothly?

What they are checking: Whether they get along and communicate well, because drivers and helpers spend long days together.

How do you feel about standing most of the day and lifting heavy building materials in all kinds of weather?

What they are checking: Whether they are ready for the physical demands, which is the main reason helpers leave this kind of job.

What would you do

You arrive at a job site and the area where materials go is muddy and cluttered. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they prepare the site and think about safety, which the posting lists as part of the job.

The driver tells you to skip a step, like strapping down a load, to save time. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they will speak up about safety even with someone more senior, which takes real judgment.

At the end of the day, what would you do to get the truck ready for the next morning?

What they are checking: Whether they think ahead and take ownership of equipment, so the next day starts on time.

How would you help with navigation if the GPS sends you to the wrong side of a big construction site?

What they are checking: Whether they stay calm and resourceful, like calling the customer, instead of wasting time driving around.

About the work

How would you guide a driver backing a big truck into a tight job site?

What they are checking: Whether they know to stay visible, use clear signals and stop the truck if unsure, since spotters prevent accidents.

During a pre-trip inspection, what would you check on the load to make sure the order is right?

What they are checking: Whether they pay attention to detail, since catching a wrong product at the yard saves a wasted trip.

What do OSHA and DOT safety rules mean to you on a delivery crew?

What they are checking: Whether they see safety rules as protection for themselves and others rather than paperwork to ignore.

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The full job description

As published by SRS Distribution.

Position Summary The primary functions of the Delivery Helper are to load, locate job sites, backing, preparing and restoring the job site, and preparing the truck for the following day and maintaining the truck and equipment. Duties & Responsibilities • Compliance of company, state and federal guidelines particularly as it relates to OSHA and DOT for the safety of all personnel • Perform pre-trip inspections of equipment, paperwork and loaded product to ensure accuracy of order • Safely unload product and deliver to assigned area as directed by the customer • Secures mud, equipment, metal, and pallet on truck • Navigates routes to the job site Basic Qualifications • Ability to read, write and communicate information accurately • Stamina to lift at least 75 lbs. in order to carry materials, such as drywall materials and joint compound Core Competencies • Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity • Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by putting the needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others’ opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude • Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done • Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members • Help champion an inclusive working environment; empower others to bring their full selves to the workplace; celebrate, welcome, and value the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce; recognize that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title • Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results • Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers Physical Requirements • Must be able to remain standing 90% of the time • Constantly moving from unloading materials from commercial motor vehicles onto job site • Constantly positions self to unload and load materials from flatbed or boom • Frequently moves materials weighing up to 100 lbs. while unloading and loading flatbed • Must be able to communicate with management and coworkers and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations • Constantly working in an outside environment while making deliveries Required Cognitive Skills • Must be able to prioritize job sites and deadlines • Must be able to manage stress depending on customer’s deadline • Must be able to multitask • Must be able to receive information and directions • Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur • Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance. The base salary for this position typically falls within the range of $19.00 to $20.91 per hour. Starting wage may vary based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, the position being offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. SRS Distribution offers additional competitive and non-financial benefits. Hourly associates may be eligible for overtime based on business needs. Depending on the role, associates may also be eligible for performance-based bonus programs, commissions, car allowance or automobile and fuel program, and reimbursement for travel expenses in accordance with company travel policy. Job Location: Professional Handling & Distribution - St. Charles 3837 Ohio Ave St. Charles, IL 60174 ‎ As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws.

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position, please contact Human Resources at US: 855.556.3221, or by email to: HR@Help.SRSDistribution.com with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply.

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law. ‎ Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance, Wellness Benefits, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Paid Holidays & Vacation Days, Professional Growth Opportunities, Development & Training Programs. All benefits subject to eligibility. ‎‎ ‎ Should a Candidate be submitted to fill a position by a recruiting or staffing services agency (“Agency”), the Company has no obligation to pay the Agency any fee for submission, offer, placement or any service without a fully executed contract of service covering the engagement.

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