SkillBridge Operations Trainee - Midwest Region

SRS Distribution • Pierre • 1d ago

Srs Distribution Program

SRS Distribution, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Home Depot, is honored to be an authorized partner of the Department of Defense SkillBridge Program. This opportunity is designed for service members with 180 days or fewer remaining before discharge and offers practical, industry-relevant training to support a successful transition into civilian careers.

With coast-to-coast coverage, over 750+ locations in 47 states, SRS Distribution is one of the nation's leading and fastest-growing distributors of building materials, landscape products, and pool & spa supplies.

Program Length: 16 Weeks

Location: On-Site, Based at Branch Locations

Midwest Region: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, and South Dakota.

What You'll Gain:

Gain hands-on exposure to all aspects of our business—including warehouse operations, sales, finance, safety, supply chain, and human resources. You'll learn our business model, company culture, and core values while building on your existing skills through structured, on-the-job training to support a smooth transition into a civilian career.

Post-Program Career Paths:

Operations Manager
Operations Coordinator
Customer Service Representative
Inside Sales Representative

Program Criteria:

• 180 days or fewer remaining on active duty at the time of program start

• Approval from Chain of Command

• Pay Grade E5 and above

Qualifications:

• Self-motivated, creative, results-driven, solution-oriented, direct, and determined to succeed

• Demonstrated leadership and a strong work ethic

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Team-oriented with strong collaboration skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

• Proficient in computer systems with strong organizational, strategic thinking, and time management skills

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions

• Exposure to high noise levels in the work environment

• Ability to properly and repeatedly lift up to 50–100 lbs on a daily basis

• Ability to work on sloped roofs of varying pitch and height

Competitive weekly/bi-weekly pay, discretionary bonuses, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, volunteer, holidays, birthday, floating), medical/dental/vision, flexible spending accounts, company-paid life and short-term disability, plus optional long-term disability, and additional life insurance.