Lumber Yard Associate

Northeast Building & Home • New Canaan, CT

452d • $35,360 - $43,680

About The Position

The Lumber Yard Associate plays a crucial role in the operations of a Full-Service Lumber Yard, focusing on delivering exceptional customer service, managing inventory, and ensuring the yard is well-maintained. This position involves various tasks such as loading and unloading materials, staging customer orders, and supporting the overall efficiency of the yard operations.

Requirements

• Knowledge of building materials and supplies
• Pass a company administered Forklift Driver Certification every 3 years
• Must maintain a valid Driver's License
• Ability to safely operate equipment and work outside in all types of weather conditions
• Good organizational skills and ability to multi-task
• Dependable with high attention to detail
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. repeatedly
• Ability to write, read, and communicate in English

Nice To Haves

• Experience in delivery flatbed load building
• Experience in stocking long length lumber
• Experience in Lumber/Building Materials

Responsibilities

• Communicate with Direct Supervisor or Distribution Manager to determine work assignments and material or equipment needs at the start of every shift.
• Stock material in from storage areas, load and unload delivery vehicles and freight containers by hand or using a forklift.
• Accurately pick, secure, stage and load customer orders for pick up or delivery.
• Deliver customer orders via non-CDL pickup and box trucks, following all delivery procedures.
• Ensure the yard is continually clean and maintained and that materials are stored properly, including covering those materials as required.
• Ensure that inventory and supplies are organized in the warehouse and yard.
• Greet customers enthusiastically anywhere on the property.
• Maintain a positive, productive work environment through friendly, respectful relationships with customers & co-workers.
• Execute daily operational duties including product organization, store cleanliness, and inventory cycle counts.
• Keep all machinery, equipment, and tools clean and in good working order for safe usage.
• Report all issues regarding safety, waste, damage, equipment, accidents or customer concerns promptly to a member of Management.
• Inform Inventory Control Manager promptly of suspected inventory shortage.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid sick time
• Paid training
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees