Entry Level Lumber Yard Associate

Ascend Staffing•Olympia, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Ascend Staffing is hiring a day-shift Entry Level Lumber Yard Associate for a well-established lumber and hardware company in Olympia, Washington. This is a temp-to-hire opportunity offering on-the-job training and long-term employment. The role involves customer service and sales support, measuring and cutting wood, processing transactions, organizing inventory, and handling lumber in indoor and outdoor work areas. Employees must follow safety procedures, help maintain clean and hazard-free areas, and support daily cleaning tasks. The schedule is 6:55 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Saturday, with weekend availability required. Days off may vary. Pay is $17.50–$19.50 per hour, depending on experience, with weekly pay.

Requirements

Lumber or hardware experience is required.
Customer service experience is required.
Ability to use a tape measure accurately.
Comfortable working indoors and outdoors.
Basic computer skills.
Must be able to stand for long periods.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
Strong communication skills.
Must be eligible to work in the United States.
Reliable transportation is required.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, including THC/marijuana screening; zero tolerance applies.
Must pass a background screening.
Weekend availability is required.
A valid driver's license is required upon permanent hire.
Must interview at the Ascend Staffing Centralia office.

Responsibilities

Assist customers in person and by phone.
Recommend lumber and hardware products.
Measure and cut wood accurately using a tape measure.
Process sales, returns, and refunds.
Support yard operations and organize inventory.
Stack and handle lumber materials.
Maintain clean and safe work areas and help keep the store free of trip hazards.
Follow safety procedures and team goals.
Perform daily cleaning tasks.