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Job Summary:

Walters is looking for driven, hardworking individuals that are excited to join the electrical distributing industry. The ideal candidate is ready to work hard, and learn every facet of our industry. This full-time 18-24 month program will begin in our Central Distribution Center in Brea, California. The program consists of 6 - 8 rotations that vary in length from a couple weeks to a couple months. Each rotation will allow a trainee to learn at a different facility, all located in Southern California. The knowledge gained in each rotation will be built upon in the next.

A trainee can expect to learn every facet of the organization; including warehouse, counter sales, purchasing, quotes, credit, accounts payable, inside sales, and outside sales. Each step in the program will be supported by hands on and on-line training. Around the 12-month mark, you will work with your manager to determine your preferred course of study and then specialized in preparing you for either a sales or management career.

Throughout the program, you will be mentored by various industry specialists, allowing you to train with the very best! In addition, you will complete training through NAED-EPEC as well as our very own, Walters University.

Requirements

• B.A. or B.S. degree required or equivalent work experience 
• Proven leadership ability 
• Self-motivated with a curiosity for learning new things 
• Enthusiasm for building teams and businesses 
• A strong sense of teamwork and a passion for developing others 
• A willingness to learn and try new things, while being flexible and adaptable 
• Innovative thinking with the ability to multi-task 

• Effective written and verbal communication skills. 
• Ability to travel to different branches across Southern California
• Prior experience in sales and customer service is a plus.
• No electrical experience needed.

About Walters:

Walters Wholesale Electric Company was founded in 1953 by Lester H. Walter.

The Walters mission is to treat customers and employees fairly and honorably and to develop a lasting and satisfying relationship with each and every one.

Since 1953, Walters Wholesale Electric Company has served the construction industry throughout Southern California. Today, the freeway-close, network of Walters branches provide quick and convenient access to a full complement of supplies for contractors and construction companies. 

Walters Wholesale provides competitive benefits such as:

• Health insurance (medical & dental only)
• Basic Life & AD&D insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company contribution
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Personal Leave Time (vacation and sick leave)

If you are unable to complete the online application due to a disability, contact our company recruiter to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.