Lumber Laborer

Erickson Companies • Chandler, AZ

5d

About The Position

PURPOSE : Seeking a dependable Lumber Laborer to support production and yard operations. This role involves handling, assembling, staging, and transporting lumber and construction materials used in residential framing. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, detail-oriented, and capable of performing physically demanding work in a team-oriented environment. Operate a forklift and be certified to do so Count materials with a high level of detail to ensure accuracy Load trucks, understanding heights and weights to ensure safe transport Unload rail cars safely and efficiently Rotate stock materials, keeping the lumberyard clean and orderly Maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring tools and materials are properly stored Involves the manual handling and assembling materials, hardware and components Complete various jobs including materials staging, layout and clean up May require assisting with packaging of completed component for shipping or storage Adhere to and follow all applicable OSHA and Erickson Companies safety standards and requirements Assisting in identifying and correcting hazardous situations and acts by fellow employees and notifying supervisory personnel

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Proven experience in a lumberyard or similar setting
• Forklift certification and ability to operate a forklift safely
• Involves a combination of formal training, on-the-job learning and practical skills.
• Understanding and use of various hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of wood and construction materials
• Lifting up to 100 lbs
• High degree of physical exertion required. Must be alert to surroundings and requires high degree of situation awareness.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift and be certified to do so
• Count materials with a high level of detail to ensure accuracy
• Load trucks, understanding heights and weights to ensure safe transport
• Unload rail cars safely and efficiently
• Rotate stock materials, keeping the lumberyard clean and orderly
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring tools and materials are properly stored
• Involves the manual handling and assembling materials, hardware and components
• Complete various jobs including materials staging, layout and clean up
• May require assisting with packaging of completed component for shipping or storage
• Adhere to and follow all applicable OSHA and Erickson Companies safety standards and requirements
• Assisting in identifying and correcting hazardous situations and acts by fellow employees and notifying supervisory personnel

Benefits

• Full Benefits package provided in accordance with company policy.

What This Job Offers

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