Yard Worker

Builders FirstSource • Sioux Falls, SD

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Under direct supervision, the Yard Worker performs a variety of yard activities, including operating a forklift to move products and materials throughout the yard, and provides customer service. The role has no supervisory responsibilities. Work is performed primarily in an outdoor yard environment and is subject to changing temperatures and weather, equipment noise, and dust. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and six months of experience performing these or similar tasks, or an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience.
• OSHA Forklift Certification required.
• Ability to operate motorized and non-motorized material-handling equipment.
• Knowledge of safety procedures for performing tasks.
• Strong customer-service skills.
• Knowledge of company products and inventory available at the work location.
• Ability to apply 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 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, ensuring they are placed in the correct areas.
• Keep products and materials well stocked in inventory at all times.
• Perform routine yard cleanup.
• Understand and observe safety procedures and practices to prevent injury to self or coworkers; attend periodic safety meetings as required and potentially recommend improvements to safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED