YARD LABOR & FORKLIFT OPERATOR
About The Position
At Mutual Materials, we've been Building Beauty That Lasts for 125 years, and we’re looking for driven individuals like you to help carry on this legacy. Since the early 1900s, Mutual Materials has been the leading manufacturer and distributor of brick, concrete pavers, and masonry blocks across Washington, Idaho, Oregon, and Montana. From suburban neighborhoods to bustling downtown skyscrapers, we’ve proudly supplied the communities we call home. If you’re passionate about creating lasting impressions, eager to learn, and ready to make a difference, we want you on our team. Whether you bring years of experience or are new to the industry, Mutual Materials offers opportunities to grow professionally while contributing to projects that truly stand the test of time. Don’t hesitate to apply today and become a part of our legacy for the next 125 years! In this position, you will be responsible for operating a forklift to safely and efficiently load and unload Mutual Materials products. This includes loading company trucks as well as customer vehicles. As this is a customer-facing role, providing exceptional service is essential to maintaining and promoting positive customer relationships. While forklift operation will be your primary duty, you may also be required to hand-load customer vehicles as needed. Additional responsibilities include maintaining the yard, managing inventory, breaking down pallets, and handling shipping and receiving documentation. This position requires outdoor work and is subject to all weather conditions. On the job training will be provided to all New Hires by experienced Mutual Materials employees. This is a full-time job, Monday-Friday.
Requirements
- Great customer service skills and a positive attitude.
- Ability to work both independently and as a member of a fast-paced distribution team.
- Physical capacity to lift 70+ pounds on an occasional basis; able to be on your feet for most of the day; bending, twisting, and lifting are essential for this position.
- Must be able to work 40 hours per week
Nice To Haves
- Similar/related work experience in the building materials industry is preferred.
- OSHA certified forklift certification/ experience is preferred.
- Previous experience with masonry products, stone and/or construction practices a plus.
Responsibilities
- Operating a forklift to safely and efficiently load and unload Mutual Materials products.
- Loading company trucks as well as customer vehicles.
- Providing exceptional customer service.
- Hand-loading customer vehicles as needed.
- Maintaining the yard.
- Managing inventory.
- Breaking down pallets.
- Handling shipping and receiving documentation.
Benefits
- Health Benefits
- Medical/Prescription Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Dental Coverage
- 401k Retirement Plan with company match
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) available, with company contributions.
- Paid Time Off – Holiday Pay, Sick Pay, and Vacation Time Accrual
- Paid sick time accrual available after 90 days.
- Paid vacation time accrual, 40 hours available at 6 months.
- Paid Holidays – 10 scheduled holidays a year.
- Life Insurance – $60,000 policy at no cost to the employee
- Voluntary Benefits: Accident, Critical Illness, Life, and Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – At no cost to the employee
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
