Yard Associate

Kent Building Supplies; Sydney; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. This role emphasizes safety and customer service, where you'll assist customers with their product needs and maintain organized displays. If you enjoy physical work and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you. With a commitment to inclusivity and career growth, you'll be part of a supportive team that values your contributions. Embrace the chance to work in a rewarding environment focused on safety and excellence.

Qualifications

• Strong safety mindset and attention to detail are crucial.
• Previous warehouse experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe product displays and assist customers with loading.
• Organize and maintain displays, including signage and labels.

Skills

Safety mindset

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Ability to work in variable temperatures

Education

Previous warehouse experience

Job description

Job Description

The service we offer to customers includes ensuring that our product displays are safe and easy to shop. We assist customers with picking and loading their products. To provide these services, we need associates who enjoy manual handling and physical work.

Responsibilities

1. Works safely
2. Selects products using voice/headset or RF gun
3. Builds safe pallets
4. Organizes and maintains displays, including promotional signage and price labels
5. Loads, unloads, replenishes, and restocks various areas
6. Follows proper processes and completes paperwork for order picking, returns, or identifying damaged goods
7. Learns about new products

Qualifications

1. Safety mindset
2. High attention to detail
3. Previous warehouse experience is considered an asset
4. Excellent communication skills
5. Able to work in a fast-paced environment
6. Ability to work in a team environment
7. Able to work outside in variable temperatures and weather conditions

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States with a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At JDI, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. Our culture nurtures talent and fosters an inclusive workplace, offering opportunities for career growth across various divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to share their accommodation needs to ensure equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies show many applicants apply only when they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested but feel you do not meet all requirements, we still encourage you to apply.

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada, with 48 locations and an ecommerce website. Our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior customer service, quality products, and competitive prices. We prioritize safety, employing and training associates committed to our safety values. Our team of over 3,700 employees focuses on development, continuous improvement, and innovation. Besides retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are members of the Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative and the ARENA buying group, ensuring great product selection and pricing.