Stocker/Load Builder- Crafty Beaver Skokie

Nation's Best Holdings•Skokie, IL

7d•$17 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Crafty Beaver Home Center, a Nation’s Best Holdings, LLC company, is seeking candidates for our Yard / Load Builder position at our Skokie, IL location. We’re focused on people and relationships first and we’re passionate about customer service and continuous improvement. Are you looking to join a company that is focused on growth? If you enjoy working hard in a fast-paced environment, then join our growing team. What’s It Like To Work for Nation’s Best? Teamwork: All of our positions, in all of our stores, are hands-on. We work together, whenever necessary, to ensure a positive customer experience every time, every day. Support: We have local resources and a Dallas Support Team to help you along the way and to partner on projects, as appropriate. Autonomy: We empower entrepreneurial spirit in all our associates. Relationships: We believe the core of our business is the relationships we build. Continuous Improvement: We are focused on continuous improvement, ensuring expertise and solid best practices are shared across all of our divisions and stores. Efficiencies: We maximize efficiency through best-in-class technology and consistent business practices nationwide. Growth Mindset: We are focused on long-term growth, both in our associates and the company. Atmosphere: This is not a suit-and-tie environment. We roll up our sleeves and get the job done. Community Service: Our divisions and associates are committed to serving and contributing to the communities in which we live and work. Safety: We strive to provide a work environment that is safe and healthy for all of our associates and customers. We want everyone to go home in the same condition in which they came to work that day. What You’ll Do and How You’ll Make an Impact Build and stage loads of lumber and building materials for contractor and retail deliveries — accurately, safely, and efficiently. Select, inspect, and prepare materials to match delivery tickets and customer orders, ensuring the right products, counts, and on-grade material goes out the door. Operate forklifts and yard equipment to move, load, and unload materials around the yard Assist walk-in customers in the lumber yard with product selection, material pulls, and loading purchases into their vehicles. Keep the yard organized and clean, with materials stocked, labeled, and stored in their proper locations for quick access and inventory accuracy. Support delivery operations by working closely with dispatch, yard manager, and drivers to build and stage loads for job site delivery, maintaining clear communication on order readiness. Monitor and maintain inventory, assisting with daily or cycle counts to help track and replenish key items. Follow all safety rules and procedures — from forklift operation and load securing to PPE and housekeeping — to keep yourself and your teammates safe. Assist in general yard upkeep, including sweeping, debris removal, and seasonal maintenance (snow, salt, etc.). Perform other tasks as assigned by management to help the yard and store operate smoothly. This position is classified as a safety-sensitive role and is subject to our Zero Tolerance Drug and Alcohol Policy. All candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening and may be subject to random testing during employment. Please note that marijuana use (including medical or recreational) is strictly prohibited for employees in safety-sensitive positions, regardless of state legalization. A positive test result for any prohibited substance will disqualify a candidate from employment in this role.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent
A willingness to lift, climb, reach, twist, bend, and lift up to 100 lbs with assistance
Ability to work in various temperatures and year-round outdoor conditions
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays when needed
A results-driven attitude with a commitment to delivering great service
Strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to work hard as part of a team

Nice To Haves

3-5 years previous experience with construction or building materials is strongly preferred but not required
Forklift experience (3+ year preferred)
Strong communication skills to interact with customers and co-workers effectively

Responsibilities

Build and stage loads of lumber and building materials for contractor and retail deliveries — accurately, safely, and efficiently.
Select, inspect, and prepare materials to match delivery tickets and customer orders, ensuring the right products, counts, and on-grade material goes out the door.
Operate forklifts and yard equipment to move, load, and unload materials around the yard
Assist walk-in customers in the lumber yard with product selection, material pulls, and loading purchases into their vehicles.
Keep the yard organized and clean, with materials stocked, labeled, and stored in their proper locations for quick access and inventory accuracy.
Support delivery operations by working closely with dispatch, yard manager, and drivers to build and stage loads for job site delivery, maintaining clear communication on order readiness.
Monitor and maintain inventory, assisting with daily or cycle counts to help track and replenish key items.
Follow all safety rules and procedures — from forklift operation and load securing to PPE and housekeeping — to keep yourself and your teammates safe.
Assist in general yard upkeep, including sweeping, debris removal, and seasonal maintenance (snow, salt, etc.).
Perform other tasks as assigned by management to help the yard and store operate smoothly.