How to hire a wheeler

How to hire a wheeler, step by step

Here's a step-by-step wheeler hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a wheeler job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new wheeler
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The wheeler hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   A wheeler's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, wheelers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of wheelers and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Wheeler	Description	Hourly rate
   Wheeler		$11-51
   Freight Elevator Operator	Freight elevators are designed to move goods and materials to and from different floors within a building. The job of a freight elevator operator is to move control levers or push buttons to control the elevator movement between floors... Show more	$11-51
   Helper/Driver	A Helper/Driver's responsibilities will depend on the company or industry involved. It mainly revolves around delivering a wide variety of supplies at a particular place within an allotted schedule and distributing them according to the instructions given... Show more	$11-51

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your wheeler job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A wheeler can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, wheelers' average salary in wyoming is 47% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level wheelers 78% less than senior-level wheelers.
   • Certifications. A wheeler with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a wheeler's salary.

   Average wheeler salary

   $51,560yearly

   $24.79 hourly rate

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   Entry-level wheeler salary

   $24,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 18, 2025

4. Writing a wheeler job description

   A job description for a wheeler role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a wheeler job description:

   Wheeler job description example

   
   

   At Delaware North, we care about our associates' professional and personal wellbeing. We have a comprehensive benefits program designed to give our associates the comfort, safety, and stability they need to deliver exceptional service to our guests. All associates are eligible for benefits including weekly pay, employee assistance program, training and development, employee discounts, and flexible work schedules. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and holidays, and tuition reimbursement are available for eligible associates.

   Responsibilities

   • Ensures compliance with racing commission standards as they apply to the track surface maintenance.
   • Continuously inspect the track surface, infield, and tote board area and perform maintenance of the track and the racing surface.
   • Preparation of the racing surface, including ensuring the track is free of any debris or obstacles and weeds.
   • Monitor track tubing to ensure it is in good working order to ensure proper moisture of track and the safety of greyhounds during racing.
   • Operate the track equipment in a safe and proper manner.
   • Assist in beautification projects as assigned.
   • Inspect boiler and heating tubes to ensure proper heating and moisture conditions.
   • Report any unsafe conditions to the Director of Racing immediately.
   • Properly maintain the kennel compound's sprint path and associated grounds.
   • Landscape and mow racing-related areas, including, track infield, all grounds around the paddock building and kennel compound.

   Qualifications

   • Current valid motor vehicle license required
   • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Racing Commission License.
   • One year related experience preferred.

   Physical Requirements

   • Ability to lift or carry 50-90 pounds.
   • Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time, push and pull, climb, mount, and dismount forklift.
   • May be exposed to high volume noise.
   • May be exposed to extreme heat or cold.
   • May be exposed to fumes/odors.
   • May be exposed to hazardous materials.
   • May be exposed to dogs/dog dander.

   Who We Are

   Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack in Wheeling, West Virginia, is a Delaware North-owned-and-operated regional gaming destination featuring 1,300 electronic gaming machines, 22 table games, live greyhound racing and simulcast wagering. Wheeling Island also features a 151-room hotel, many dining options, and a 1,000-seat showroom.

   At Delaware North, you'll love where you work, who you work with, and how your day unfolds. Whether it's in sporting venues, casinos, airports, national parks, iconic hotels, or premier restaurants, there's no telling where your career can ultimately take you. We empower you to do great work in a company with 100 years of success, stability and growth. If you have drive and enjoy the thrill of making things happen - share our vision and grow with us.

   Delaware North Companies, Incorporated and its subsidiaries consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Delaware North is an equal opportunity employer.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right wheeler for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your wheeler job on Zippia to find and recruit wheeler candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with wheeler candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new wheeler

   Once you've decided on a perfect wheeler candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new wheeler first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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