Yard Associate
About The Position
QXO is North America’s largest distributor and installer of insulation; second-largest distributor of roofing products; second-largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building materials; and largest distributor of waterproofing products. QXO is the fastest growing company in the $800 billion building products distribution industry and plans to become the tech-enabled leader by delivering best-in-class customer satisfaction and outsized returns for its shareholders. The company is targeting $50 billion in annual revenue within the next decade through accretive acquisitions and organic growth. Visit QXO.com for more information.
Requirements
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
- Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment
- Basic math and measurement skills
- Strong work ethic and dependable attendance
- Experience in a lumberyard, warehouse, building materials, or construction environment
- Forklift experience or willingness to obtain certification
- Experience pulling orders and loading materials
- Familiarity with building materials and inventory handling practices
- Work is performed primarily in outdoor yard and warehouse environments
- Exposure to varying weather conditions, equipment, dust, and building materials
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift
- Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50–75 pounds as required
- Ability to safely operate material handling equipment
Responsibilities
- Provide friendly, professional service to customers, drivers, and contractors
- Assist customers with locating products and building materials throughout the yard or warehouse
- Help customers load and unload materials safely and efficiently
- Answer customer questions and direct inquiries to the appropriate team members when needed
- Ensure a positive customer experience through professionalism and teamwork
- Pull, stage, and prepare customer orders accurately and efficiently
- Receive, organize, and store building materials in designated yard and warehouse locations
- Assist with loading and unloading trucks, deliveries, and transfers
- Verify quantities and product accuracy before loading or shipment
- Support inventory organization and material flow throughout the facility
- Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently (training and certification provided where applicable)
- Perform routine equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns
- Follow all equipment operating procedures and company guidelines
- Maintain clean, organized, and professional yard, warehouse, and storage areas
- Monitor racks, storage locations, and work areas to ensure materials are safely stored
- Identify and report hazards, damaged materials, or unsafe conditions
- Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements
- Promote a safety-first culture and support overall operational excellence
- Work closely with yard personnel, warehouse staff, drivers, sales teams, and management
- Support daily operational goals and customer service objectives
- Assist with additional yard, warehouse, and operational duties as assigned
Benefits
- Health Care Benefits
- Paid Time Off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
