Forklift Operator/ Yard Associate

McCoy's Building Supply; League City (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

McCoy’s Building Supply is hiring a part-time Yard Crewmember in League City, TX. You will greet customers, assist with loading/unloading, stock materials, and operate a forklift in a fast-paced lumberyard environment.

The role requires forklift compliance training, strong customer service, and the ability to work in varied weather. Prolonged standing, lifting, and overtime may apply; compensation starts at $16.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Forklift operator certification required or preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers as they enter the yard.
• Load and unload products safely and accurately.
• Answer customer questions about products and services.
• Report customer issues to store management.
• Stock and move building materials in yard and warehouse.
• Perform routine forklift safety checks.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in yard and store areas.
• Ensure tickets match loaded merchandise.

Skills

Instruction following

Weight distribution

Machine controls adjustment

Forklift training & certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Forklift operator certification

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Job Description Time Type: Part time Role Details: Time Type: Part Time Starting Pay: $16.50 / HR Job Location: 1302 Highway 3 South, League City, TX 77573 Job Summary: The Yard Crewmember will assist customers in the lumberyard, operate a forklift, stock products, and provide general store support. Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Greets customers as they enter the yard.
• Loads and unloads products into customers, vendors, and company vehicles safely and accurately.
• Responds to customer’s questions regarding products.
• Informs store management or supervisor of any customer complaints or requests in a timely manner.
• Moves, stocks, and rearranges building materials in the yard, warehouse, and interior of store.
• Performs routine safety checks on forklifts according to company guidelines.
• Maintains the cleanliness and appearance of the lumberyard and warehouses, by stacking products squarely and picking up bands, chocks, and trash.
• Verifies customer or vendor ticket matches the merchandise that is being loaded.
• Covers exposed materials, when required, to prevent weather damage.
• Cuts lumber and other related materials as requested by the customer.
• Operates a forklift.
• Attends all store meetings and training sessions.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to carry out a series of instructions without constant supervision.
• Able to remain professional and courteous at all times.
• Knowledge of weight distribution and loading patterns.
• The ability to adjust the controls of a machine or vehicle quickly and repeatedly to exact positions.
• Must successfully complete all company training and certification requirements regarding equipment usage, including obtaining McCoy’s forklift certification.

Education and Experience

• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Forklift operator certification.
• Successful completion of on-the-job training; completing levels 1 and 2 of the positional training offered.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and moving around the yard and warehouse.
• Must be able to use the three point hold when getting into trucks and/or forklifts.
• Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds at times, occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds, and push and/or pull 50 pound loads at a time.
• The ability to perform repetitive movements over long periods.
• May need to work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to work in various types of weather.

McCoy’s is an equal opportunity employer. Equal access to programs, services and employment is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodations in the application and/or interview process should contact a representative of the People Development Department at [phone]. EOE, AAP, D, F, VA

McCoy’s has career opportunities ranging from headquarters team positions to cashiers, yard crew, delivery drivers, retail management, and more. Our company spans across three states (Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico) with 85 stores, two millwork facilities, and several reload and distribution centers. Our headquarters is located in beautiful San Marcos, Texas between Austin and San Antonio.

At McCoy’s, it's not just a job, it's a family!