Load Builder I

Builders FirstSource•Delaware, OH

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Load Builder I performs routine loading and unloading of materials within a yard or work site and assembles load packages into trucks for delivery to customer job sites. The role requires building balanced, safe loads according to customer orders and vehicle capacity, moving and identifying materials, and following safety procedures. Work takes place in a production or yard environment subject to temperature variations, hazardous chemicals, mechanical parts, equipment noise, and dust. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED), and three months of experience performing these or similar tasks, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Forklift certification is required.
Knowledge of company products sufficient to account for weight, shape, and handling requirements.
Ability to read and write to handle work orders and labeling tasks.
Manual dexterity and ability to use simple hand tools.
Knowledge of safety procedures for forklift driving and materials handling.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
Ability to count items and verify them against prepared lists.
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and occasionally up to 80 pounds.
May be required to perform tasks involving climbing, lifting, pushing, or kneeling.

Responsibilities

Load and unload materials onto or from pallets, trucks, or customer vehicles, and install strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage during transit.
Build loads by determining appropriate weight, composition, and placement based on customer orders and delivery vehicle capacity to ensure safe, balanced hauling.
Read work orders or follow oral instructions to determine which materials to move or load.
Move materials between storage and designated areas using a hand truck, electric dolly, forklift, or other device.
Open containers, units, slings, and loads using steel cutters, a crowbar, claw hammer, or other hand tools.
Attach identifying tags or labels to materials, or mark information on cases, bales, or other containers for correct identification.
Understand and observe safety procedures and practices to prevent injury to self and coworkers; attend periodic safety meetings as required and possibly recommend safety improvements.
Perform other duties as assigned.