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Warehouse worker

SRS Distribution · St. Charles CBM, IL · $18.00–$19.81 an hour · Full time

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

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About your past

Tell me about a time you saw a safety problem at work. What did you do?

What they are checking: Whether they act on hazards rather than walk past them, which matters in a yard full of forklifts and heavy loads.

This role means standing, walking and lifting up to 50 pounds most of the shift. How do you keep up that pace?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the physical side of the job and will show up reliably for it.

Tell me about a time you worked as part of a small team where everyone had to pitch in on different tasks.

What they are checking: Whether they are flexible and willing to help outside their main task, which branch warehouses depend on.

What would you do

Part of this job is managing bin locations and keeping the warehouse organized. How would you keep a busy yard from getting messy?

What they are checking: Whether they keep things in their place so everyone can find product fast and inventory stays accurate.

You notice a pallet of materials that's damaged. What do you do with it?

What they are checking: Whether they flag damage instead of shipping it, which protects inventory accuracy and customer trust.

A contractor at the will-call is in a rush and the material they need is buried behind other stock. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they stay calm and help the customer safely without cutting corners with the forklift.

What would you do if you finished your assigned work early?

What they are checking: Whether they take initiative, like organizing or cleaning, instead of waiting to be told what to do next.

About the work

Tell me about your forklift experience. What kinds of loads and lifts have you run?

What they are checking: Whether they can safely move heavy building materials, since forklift skill is a stated requirement for this role.

How do you pull an order so it's right the first time before it goes on a truck or to a contractor at the counter?

What they are checking: Whether they double-check counts and products, since wrong orders cost a contractor time on the job site.

How do you load a delivery truck so the driver can unload in the right order at the job site?

What they are checking: Whether they think about the next person's job, since loading order affects delivery time and safety.

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The full job description

As published by SRS Distribution.

Position Summary The primary function of the Warehouse Worker is to be responsible for areas of warehouse maintenance, shipping/receiving, product storage, and delivery setup. Duties & Responsibilities • Maintain health and safety compliance in accordance with company policy. Prepare orders by processing requests: pull accurate materials and place in appropriate area for customer pick up or delivery; load and unload trucks as necessary. • Maintain inventory controls through minimizing material damage and ensuring order accuracy. • Ability to organize the warehouse and manage bin locations. Establish, maintain and promote high standards of customer service. Lift up to 50 lbs., walk or stand for most of the shift, and wear protective gear and steel-toed boots. Ensure that equipment is maintained to company operating standards. • Ability to operate a forklift. Basic Qualifications • High school diploma preferred. 1-3 years of experience or more is preferred. 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 in a stationary position 50% of the time. • Must be able to lift 50 lbs. • Must wear protective gear and steel-toed boot. Will frequently move about inside the warehouse. • Must be able to operate warehouse machinery. • Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. • Constantly working in a warehouse environment. Required Cognitive Skills • Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks. • Must be able to manage stress depending on tasks. • Must be able to multitask. • Must be able to receive information. • Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur. • Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement and initiative. 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. This job description is subject to change at any time. The base salary for this position typically falls within the range of $18.00 to $19.81 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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