Load Builder

Builders FirstSource • Buena Vista, CO

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About The Position

Under general supervision, the Load Builder performs routine loading and unloading of materials in a yard or at a 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 delivery-vehicle capacity, while preventing materials from shifting or being damaged in transit. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and three months of experience performing these or similar tasks, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Forklift certification.
• 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 operation and materials handling.
• Ability to follow detailed but uncomplicated written or oral instructions using common-sense understanding.
• Ability to count items and verify them against prepared lists.

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 the appropriate weight, composition, and placement based on customer orders and delivery-vehicle capacity.
• 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, a claw hammer, or other hand tools.
• Attach identifying tags or labels to materials, or mark information on cases, bales, or other containers.
• Follow safety procedures and practices to prevent injury; attend required safety meetings and recommend improvements to safety procedures when appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED