Careers at Wimsatt
We pride ourselves in offering a small-company atmosphere with the competitive drive and resources of a large organization and are always looking to add new talent to our company!
Our COVID-19 Response
When the COVID-19 pandemic began and stay-at-home orders were issued, we were able to stay open as a supplier to critical infrastructure workers. We approached the crisis with an associates-first mentality. We suspended travel and customer events, had associates work remotely whenever possible, and closed our facilities at the peak of the crisis. Now that vaccines are widely available and safety precautions have prevented the spread of the virus, we have adjusted our mask policy. We are thankful for the opportunity to provide employment opportunities to those whose careers may have been impacted by this crisis.
Why work With Wimsatt?
Opportunity
90% of our management has been promoted from within; as we chart a path for growth, many career paths are available for driven candidates
Industry-Leading Benefits
Including two great plans from Blue Cross / Blue Shield (Blue PPO and Simply Blue), optional Dental through Guardian, and 401K with match
Best Job & Safety Training in the Industry
In-depth training for all positions is provided for all employees to ensure safety and get new employees off to a great start
8 Locations
Covering all of Michigan and Northern Ohio: Grand Rapids, Lansing, Saginaw, Sterling Heights, Toledo, Traverse City, Waterford, and Wayne
Competitive Compensation
Above-market salary and hourly rate positions are regularly offered from our Roofloading Specialist positions to our Corporate positions
85 Years in Business
Wimsatt Building Materials has staying power – We’ve been in business for 85 years and counting, providing Gold Standard service experiences to professional contractors since 1936
Industry-Leading Benefits
Including two great plans from Blue Cross / Blue Shield (Blue PPO and Simply Blue), optional Dental through Guardian, and 401K with match
Best Job & Safety Training in the Industry
In-depth training courses for all positions are required for our employees to ensure Safety and Knowledgeability
8 Locations
Covering the mitten of Michigan and the Toledo area: Grand Rapids, Lansing, Saginaw, Sterling Heights, Toledo, Traverse City, Waterford, and Wayne
Competitive Compensation
Above market salary and hourly rate positions are regularly offered from our Roofloading Specialist positions to our Corporate positions
85 Years in Business
Wimsatt Building Materials has staying power – We’ve been right here in Metro Detroit for 85 years and counting, expanding ever since 1936.
Opportunities for Advancement
76% of our management has been promoted from within – We encourage you to become the best version of yourself here at Wimsatt
OUR MISSION
To be the most trusted resource in our industry by providing a Gold Standard Experience with every interaction.
Safety
Put People First
Integrity
Honor Our Commitments, Keep Our Promises
Compassion
Always Listen & Help
Growth
Strive to Learn & Improve
Driven
Do Outstanding Work
Veteran-Friendly Employer
Wimsatt values the culture of service, teamwork, and personal development exemplified in the military. If you are a veteran, we would be proud to have you join our team as you start your next chapter. There are many former service members excelling in diverse roles across the company today – come see what Wimsatt has to offer you. Wimsatt is recognized as a Bronze Level Veteran-Friendly Employer by the Michigan Veteran Affairs Agency.
Employee Engagement
Nearly 70% of our Associates are Engaged with their work according to our Employee Engagement Surveys, while the national average is at only 31%. They care, they are committed, and we support them by purposefully listening and acting with conviction to constantly improve their experience at Wimsatt every day.
* Based on Energage and other publicly available data sources
We believe it is our corporate social responsibility to contribute to the communities we serve by working with non-profits and participating in community-building events. Check out our WeCan Blog to see some of our activities out there!
Our People
We’re proud of the difference our people make every day here at Wimsatt – Grow your career with us!
