Yard Worker
Builders FirstSource•Sioux Falls, SD
•Onsite
About The Position
Under direct supervision, the Yard Worker performs a variety of activities in an outdoor yard, including operating a forklift to move products and materials throughout the yard and providing customer service. The role helps customers locate and load products, verifies materials against invoices or requisitions, keeps inventory stocked and properly placed, and performs routine yard cleanup. The employee follows safety procedures and attends safety meetings as required. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and six months of experience performing these or similar tasks, or an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience.
- OSHA Forklift Certification.
- Ability to operate motorized and non-motorized material-handling equipment.
- Knowledge of safety procedures while performing tasks.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Knowledge of company products and inventory available at the work location.
- Ability to use common-sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
- Ability to read and understand invoices and requisitions.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and, on occasion, up to 80 pounds.
- Ability to physically operate forklift equipment, including climbing into and out of the cab, twisting the torso for 360-degree visibility, and using the arms to operate controls.
Responsibilities
- Assist customers in locating and loading products.
- Review materials loaded against invoices or requisitions, and complete and route paperwork appropriately.
- Move products and materials throughout the yard and ensure they are placed in the correct areas.
- Ensure products and materials are well stocked at all times.
- Perform routine yard cleanup.
- Understand and observe safety procedures and practices to prevent injury to self and coworkers.
- Attend periodic safety meetings as required and may recommend changes to improve safety procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive, affordable benefits designed to support employees and their families.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
