Driver Helper A with Forklift Certification

Paycom - ATS; Bethel, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom - ATS is seeking a Yard Person in Bethel, CT to handle, store, and move building materials. You will load/unload trucks, assist customers, manage inventory, and operate forklifts in a safe, efficient yard.

The role requires forklift certification (or ability to obtain within three months), a valid driver’s license, and strong communication in English. Typical hours are 6:00 AM–2:30 PM, Monday–Friday, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years in lumber yard, distribution center, or warehouse; 5+ years preferred.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain within three months.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Proficiency in basic math and measurements (tape measures).
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks with accuracy.
• Move materials within yard and to storage, using hand labor or forklifts.
• Maintain an orderly, clean yard and properly store materials.
• Process warehousestock and perform inventory checks.
• Assist customers in locating and loading purchased materials.

Skills

Forklift certification

Customer service

English communication

Valid driver’s license

Basic math

Chainsaw operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

# Driver Helper A with Forklift CertificationCT-1 Turnage Lane - Bethel, CT 06801## OverviewSalary Range$24.55 - $25.80 Hourly## Description### **Job Title: Yard Person****FLSA Status:** Non-Exempt**Category:** Union**Report to:**Location Manager**Summary/Objective**The Yard Person is responsible for handling, storing, and moving building materials while ensuring a safe and organized work environment. Duties include loading and unloading trucks, assisting customers, managing inventory, and operating forklifts. This role requires a strong focus on efficiency, customer service, and workplace safety.## **Essential Job Functions**### **Yard Operations*** Load and unload trucks, ensuring accuracy in materials received and dispatched.* Move materials to and from storage areas, delivery vehicles, and freight containers using hand labor or forklifts.* Maintain an orderly and clean yard, ensuring materials are stored and covered appropriately.* Receive and process warehouse stock products while performing inventory controls.* Check and inspect customer vehicles for order accuracy before departure.* Report inventory shortages, waste, damage, and safety concerns to the appropriate personnel.* Count and write-up orders accurately.* Assist in maintaining a safe, efficient, and professional work environment.* Prepare and complete orders for pickup or delivery per schedule.* Inspect paid receipts and merchandise leaving the yard to ensure order accuracy.* Accompany drivers for deliveries when necessary.### **Forklift & Equipment Operations*** Safely operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment in the yard, warehouse, and delivery areas.* Secure materials on delivery trucks using metal straps and other safety measures.* Maintain proper certification and comply with all safety regulations.* Safely operate power tools as needed, including circular saws and chain saws, to cut and prepare lumber or other materials.### **Customer Service*** Assist customers in locating and loading purchased materials.* Provide excellent service by understanding and addressing customer needs.* Maintain professional and courteous interactions with customers, coworkers, and management.## **Other Duties*** Understand customer requirements and ensure order fulfillment accuracy.* Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.## **Qualifications & Competencies*** **Education:** High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.* **Experience:** + Minimum of 2 years in a lumber yard, distribution center, or warehouse. + Preferred: 5+ years in a similar environment with building materials knowledge.* **Skills & Certifications:** + Must be at least 18 years old. + Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English. + Forklift certification (or ability to obtain within three months). + Valid driver's license and reliable transportation. + Proficiency in basic math and measurement calculations (including reading tape measurements). + Ability to operate a gasoline chainsaw safely.## **Working Conditions & Physical Demands*** Exposure to fumes, airborne particles, moving forklifts, noise, vibration, and extreme weather conditions.* Frequent lifting, carrying, standing, kneeling, walking, loading, and unloading.* Ability to lift and carry up to 80 pounds unassisted, repetitively throughout the day.## **Position Type & Expected Hours*** Full-time position.* Typical schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM, with occasional overtime required as needed to meet the day's operational needs.* Travel: None* Supervisory Responsibility: None* Category: Union Contract, full-time benefits