JOB DETAILS

Counter Sales Associate - Electrical

CompanyDakota Supply Group
LocationHelena
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 22, 2026
About The Company
As one of the most diverse independent wholesale distributors in the region, DSG supplies a broad range of products and solutions from leading manufacturers to professionals in the electrical, plumbing, HVAC, communications, utility, automation, waterworks, and onsite sewer and well industries. Since our founding in 1898, our growing employee owned business has been headquartered in the Midwest and proudly serves across America’s heartland. Our team of employee owners consistently goes above and beyond to ensure that our valued partners are set up for success. Whether it’s delivering the right solutions, providing service from knowledgeable specialists, or expanding your technical training and business know-how, empowering your future is part of the everyday job for us. We do more than supply products. We’re there, part of your community, helping you support clean water, power buildings, heat and cool homes, enable energy automation, provide high-speed communications, and build futures. DSG PURPOSE: To build futures one job at a time. DSG VISION: We serve the people and industries dedicated to building our communities. - Electricians - Plumbers - HVAC Technicians - Contractors - Communication companies - Septic, municipal and rural water systems - Electric, water and gas utilities interested in the latest in metering technology systems
About the Role

*Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role.

 

DSG is seeking an Electrical Counter Sales Associate in our Helena, MT. location. In this full time, hourly position, work is typically performed between the hours of  7am and 5pm, Monday through Friday, but may vary on occasion according to business needs. As a Counter Sales Associate, you will assist customers at the City Desk with order placement and fulfillment, as well as assisting in all aspects of warehouse duties as needed.

 

At DSG, we are dedicated to building futures one job at a time. Starting with yours. As an ESOP, we are a community of peers, first and foremost. And we focus on cultivating an environment of respect, teamwork and growth. Where your career path is rich with possibilities. Where every success is shared. And where every challenge is overcome together. For more than a century, we’ve delivered more than supplies, we’ve offered true partnership and valuable solutions. By continuing to empower the future of our vendors and customers, we will empower a future of ongoing success for all of us.

 

A Typical Day in the Life of an Electrical Counter Sales Associate:

  • Serve as the primary facilitator for customer orders made at the City Desk
  • Assist customers in a professional manner with product inquiries
  • Write (and occasionally fill) orders accurately and in a timely manner
  • Generate customer quotations and follow up as necessary
  • Provide trouble-shooting and technical support
  • Work with other sales team members to resolve customer service issues
  • Restock the counter area according to product brand and location
  • Monitor product inventory and cull damaged product 
  • Maintain a clean and appealing counter display area
  • Identify and encourage the sale of additional products as applicable
  • Perform other duties as assigned

A Successful Electrical Counter Sales Associate Typically Has: 

  • Product and technical knowledge normally acquired in two or more years of college or technical school OR 3-5 years field experience in the residential/commercial applications of electrical products.
  • Excellent relationship building skills.
  • Outstanding interpersonal, customer service and communication skills across a variety of settings (in-person, phone, and email).
  • Strong attention to detail, paired with the ability to multi-task.
  • A knack for active listening to determine customer needs.
  • Superior problem solving, project management, and analytical skills.
  • A high proficiency with computers – experience in Eclipse or other ERP systems preferred.
  • The ability to plan, prioritize and organize work effectively.

At DSG, We Offer Benefits Built for You:

  • We are proudly 100% employee owned, which means your hard work and decisions directly benefit not only the success of the organization, but also your individual Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
  • We are highly committed to your training and development, offering personal and professional development opportunities and unlimited growth potential.
  • We offer competitive compensation packages based on your experience and potential.
  • You will receive generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Medical Leave (EML) allowances.
  • Our comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision, also offers a multitude of other perks such as life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and a Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution, among many others.
  • We know the importance of family, and offer various family planning and childcare savings opportunities, including paid parental leave, adoption assistance, infertility assistance, and a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA).
  • Build your financial future through multiple retirement savings opportunities, including a 401(k) with employer match and ESOP.
  • You will receive a discount on all DSG-supplied products.
  • We believe in giving back to our communities and hope that you will too, which is why we offer paid volunteer hours in addition to PTO.
Key Skills
Customer ServiceOrder FulfillmentTechnical SupportRelationship BuildingInterpersonal CommunicationAttention To DetailMulti-taskingActive ListeningProblem SolvingProject ManagementAnalytical SkillsComputer ProficiencyERP SystemsPlanningPrioritizationOrganization
Categories
RetailSalesCustomer Service & SupportTradesLogistics
Benefits
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Training and developmentCompetitive compensationPaid Time Off (PTO)Extended Medical Leave (EML)Medical insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceLife insuranceShort-term disabilityLong-term disabilityHealth Savings Account (HSA)Paid parental leaveAdoption assistanceInfertility assistanceDependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA)401(k) with employer matchEmployee discountPaid volunteer hours
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The associate serves as the primary facilitator for customer orders at the City Desk, providing technical support and product inquiries. Additionally, they manage counter inventory, generate quotations, and assist with warehouse duties as needed.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$18 - $30
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
693
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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