SkillBridge Operations Trainee - Midwest Region

SRS Distribution Inc.

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US Nationwide Joliet, Illinois Until 8/22/2026 First posted April 20, 2026 Last posted April 20, 2026
Job description

SRS Distribution | Heritage Family of Companies

Proud Partner of the Department of Defense SkillBridge 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, Kansas, 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

      

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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: [email protected] 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.

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.

About this role

Summary

Assist in warehouse, sales, finance, and HR tasks during training for civilian careers.

Job title

SkillBridge Operations Trainee

Experience level

none

Industry

building materials

Location requirements

On-site at various Midwest locations, remote not allowed.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

communicationorganizational skillsteamworkcomputer proficiency

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

warehouse operationssupply chainsafetycustomer servicesales
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Joliet, IL, USA

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Plymouth, MN, USA

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Lansing, MI, USA

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Olathe, KS, USA

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Rapid City, SD, USA

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Fargo, ND, USA

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Springfield, MO, USA

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Bismarck, ND, USA

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Sioux Falls, SD, USA

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Kansas City, MO, USA

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Wichita, KS, USA

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Indianapolis, IN, USA

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Fort Wayne, IN, USA

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Grand Island, NE, USA

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Kalamazoo, MI, USA

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Chicago, IL, USA

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Brooklyn Park, MN, USA

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Evansville, IN, USA

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Dayton, OH, USA

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St. Louis, MO, USA

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Omaha, NE, USA

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Lincoln, NE, USA

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Kansas City, KS, USA

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Cincinnati, OH, USA

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Sioux City, IA, USA

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Minneapolis, MN, USA

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Columbus, OH, USA

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Grand Rapids, MI, USA

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Cedar Rapids, IA, USA

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Naperville, IL, USA

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Des Moines, IA, USA

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