Yard Specialist

Carter Lumber; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a family-owned company with a rich history in the lumber industry! This role offers an exciting opportunity to work outdoors, assisting contractors and DIY enthusiasts with their needs. You'll be part of a dedicated team, ensuring that materials are selected, loaded, and organized efficiently. With a focus on hard work and a people-first culture, this position not only promises personal growth but also a supportive environment where your contributions are valued. If you're ready to embrace a hands-on role in a booming industry, this is the perfect chance for you!

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision plans available

Short and Long-Term Disability

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) company match

Vacation time and paid holidays

Room for growth; promotions from within

Vendor incentives

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service and familiarity with building materials is helpful.
• Ability to work outdoors and as part of a team is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist contractors and DIYers with order selection and loading.
• Maintain inventory in the Yard and keep it organized and clean.

Skills

Customer service experience

Friendly personality

Ability to be a team player

Ability to work outside in all conditions

Tools

Forklift

Job description

If you enjoy working with a team, outdoors, and with your hands, then this is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door of a booming industry! We’re looking for people who don’t shy away from hard work and who are dedicated to what they do. There’s no better time than now to join this industry and there’s no better company than Carter Lumber!

Our Story
Carter Lumber was founded in 1932 by W.E. Carter. For 90 years, we have strengthened our company by staying true to our values, which include honesty, hard work, and putting people first. What started as a single lumberyard in Akron, Ohio, is represented today by seven brands servicing professional builders and homeowners across thirteen states with more than 160 locations. Despite our growth, we are still a family-owned company. Our core values and our people-first culture remain the same.

Description:
You will assist contractors and do-it-yourselfers with the selection and loading of their order, pull and stage materials to be picked up and/or delivered, help maintain the inventory in the Yard by conducting cycle counts, and keep the Yard organized and clean. Equipment used includes a forklift and if you haven't operated one previously, we will train you and help you attain certification.

Requirements:

• Customer service experience
• Friendly personality
• Familiarity with building materials is helpful
• Ability to be a team player
• Ability to work outside in all conditions

Benefits (full-time employees):

• Health, Dental, Vision (Single and Family Plans) available after 30 days of employment
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Company-paid life insurance and AD&D
• Optional supplemental life insurance
• Company-match 401(k)
• Vacation time and paid holidays
• Vendor incentives
• Room for growth; we promote from within!
• Military encouraged to apply!