
Specialty Trainee
Pittsburgh, PAFull-time$21.63/hrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago
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Job overview
The Specialty Trainee prepares for a functional or managerial role in an assigned specialty area through rotational assignments, training, and exposure to company functions and business units. The role includes learning the business and specialty-area responsibilities, participating in projects, and developing proficiency and an understanding of continuous improvement. A high school diploma or GED is required; a four-year degree may be preferred depending on the specialty area.
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Full job description
Pittsburgh, PA
Full time
R264064
Make a difference.
As a Trainee, you will have the opportunity to prepare for a functional or managerial role in an assigned specialty area of the Company by completing rotational assignments, and gaining work experience and exposure to various functions and business units throughout the Company.
In this role you will:
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Successfully complete rotational assignments in assigned specialty area, gaining knowledge of and exposure to various aspects of the business.
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Perform specific, assigned job duties in assigned specialty area.
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Gain a working knowledge of all responsibilities and duties of assigned specialty area.
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Complete assigned training and development activities and educational programs in an accurate and timely manner.
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Participate in special projects and meet deadlines as assigned.
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Learn the fundamentals of the Company's business, and demonstrate proficiency in assigned specialty area.
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Develop an understanding of the continuous improvement process.
What you bring to the table:
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High School Diploma or GED required
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4 year degree may be preferred depending on assigned specialty area
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Knowledge of the wholesale distribution industry
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Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
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Understanding of continuous improvement techniques and practices
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Oral and written communication skills
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Interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with all levels within the organization and in a team-based environment
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Ability to work effectively with external customers, suppliers, and vendors if required in assigned specialty area
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Analytical, conceptual, and problem solving skills
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Planning, organizational and time management skills with the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced working environment
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Leadership skills with the ability to mentor and supervise others
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Ability to be self-motivated, business oriented, flexible, and accountable
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Ability to relocate, depending on assigned specialty area
Work Shift and Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Compensation Details: The expected starting rate of pay for this position is $21.63 per hour, depending on experience.
The Value of Graybar:
At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:
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Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.
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Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.
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Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts .
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Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.
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Share in our success with P rofit Sharing Plans .
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401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.
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Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.
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Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.
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Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.
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Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.
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Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.
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Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program .
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Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs .
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And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth.
Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.
Why should you join Graybar?
At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business.
We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team.
That’s what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.
Apply now and find out what’s next for you.
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Graybar, a Fortune 500 company, specializes in supply chain management services, and is a leading North American distributor of high quality components, equipment, and materials. We serve the construction market, the commercial, institutional, and government (CIG) market, and the industrial and utility markets. Graybar products and services support new construction, infrastructure updates, building renovation, facility maintenance, repair and operations, and original equipment manufacturing.
How this job compares
Set against the 2,298 open Management Trainee jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 28, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$21.63/hr
- Pennsylvania median$17/hr22 hourly ranges
- US median$19/hr423 hourly ranges
This rate, $21.63/hr, is 27% above the Pennsylvania median midpoint ($17/hr) — in the top quarter of Management Trainee hourly ranges in Pennsylvania.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 99 open Management Trainee jobs in Pennsylvania and 2,298 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Pennsylvania
- Enterprise Mobility50 open
- Old Dominion Freight Line10 open
- Cintas8 open
- Experience
- Management Trainee postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median (579 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a high school diploma; 1,658 of the 2,298 open Management Trainee jobs (72%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 28, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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