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Warehouse Associate

The U.S. Water Culligan Group
Loves Park, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/15/2026
Like staying busy, working with your hands, and being the person who keeps things running behind the scenes? Join our team as a Warehouse Associate and help keep our shop, equipment, and customers moving every day.

This is an entry-level, general shop support role. No warehouse experience is required. If you’re dependable, mechanically inclined, and willing to learn, we’ll train you on everything else, including forklift operation. It’s also a real starting point: our Warehouse Associates have a clear path to grow into Warehouse Specialist, or Field Service roles.

WHAT WE OFFER
As a Culligan Warehouse Associat, you’ll have the opportunity to watch both your career and earnings potential take off.

Why Choose Culligan?
  • Big company with a small-company feel
  • Hourly wage, based on experience 
  • Paid on-the-job training, including forklift training
  • Earn up to a $2,000 sign-on and retention bonus
  • Monthly bonus opportunities
  • Full benefits package after the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment
    (includes United HealthCare Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) Match, Paid Vacation & Holidays)

Our Benefits Include:
  • 401(k) plans with company match
  • Company-paid portion of Medical Insurance; Dental & Vision Insurance Available
  • Company-paid Life Insurance (optional buy-up available)
  • Flexible Spending Programs
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Perks: Employee discounts, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement
  • Generous cash bonus for employee and client referrals
  • Paid Time Off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Comprehensive Onboarding Program


Requirements
We are looking for candidates who:
  • Are mechanically inclined and comfortable working with equipment
  • Are dependable, organized, and willing to learn
  • Enjoy variety and staying on the move throughout the day
  • Can lift 80 lbs unassisted and assist with heavier lifts
  • Are comfortable with physically demanding work, including standing, bending, and lifting heavy equipment
  • Do not need a college degree
  • Are forklift certified or willing to get certified (we’ll train you)
  • Warehouse experience is a plus but not required
  • Ability to pass a background check and drug screening including marijuana 
Schedule Options
  • 8-hour shift, 5 days per week
  • Monday–Friday
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (A Day in the Life)
You’ll support daily warehouse and shop operations and pitch in wherever the team needs you:
  • Load and unload customer equipment and materials
  • Clean, prepare, and maintain water coolers and brine tanks
  • Load and unload trucks and stage shipments
  • Receive, store, and distribute materials and equipment
  • Assist with inventory handling, accurate inventory counts, and order fulfillment
  • Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely once trained
  • Perform basic mechanical tasks and help with general shop needs
  • Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and safe, and follow all safety procedures
  • Support other departments as needed
ABOUT US
U.S. Water Culligan Group is one of the largest Culligan franchisees in North America, serving families and businesses with industry-leading water conditioning equipment across 13 locations.
Culligan is a global leader in water quality solutions with:
  • 90 years of innovation and product excellence
  • The Good Housekeeping Seal
  • Consumer Digest “Best Buy” ratings
  • The iconic “Hey Culligan Man!” recognition
  • Industry-leading training, service, and support
This is your opportunity to work in a respected trade, represent a trusted brand, develop valuable hands on technical skills, and build a stable, high earning career in a growing industry.

Your application goes directly to the local U.S. Water Culligan Group hiring team responsible for making the hiring decision.

Salary : $17 - $19

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