Yard Worker/Forklift Operator

Builders FirstSource•Coos Bay, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of yard activities including operating a forklift to move product and material throughout the yard. Provides customer service to customers. Assists customers in the location and loading of product. Reviews materials loaded against invoice or requisition; completes and routes paperwork appropriately. Moves product/material throughout the yard ensuring placement in correct areas. Ensures product/material is well stocked of inventory at all times. Performs routine cleanup of yard. Understands and observes all safety procedures and practices in order to prevent injury to self or co-workers; attends periodic safety meetings as required; may recommend changes to improve safety procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
Six months’ experience with performing these or similar tasks
Requires OSHA Forklift Certification
Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds.
Must be able to physically operate forklift equipment (climb up and down into cab, twist torso for 360-degree visibility, use arms to operate controls).

Responsibilities

Operate a forklift to move product and material throughout the yard.
Provide customer service to customers.
Assist customers in the location and loading of product.
Review materials loaded against invoice or requisition; complete and route paperwork appropriately.
Move product/material throughout the yard ensuring placement in correct areas.
Ensure product/material is well stocked of inventory at all times.
Perform routine cleanup of yard.
Understand and observe all safety procedures and practices in order to prevent injury to self or co-workers.
Attend periodic safety meetings as required.
Recommend changes to improve safety procedures.