Load Builder | Forklift-Certified Materials Handler

Builders FirstSource; Silverthorne (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Builders FirstSource in Colorado is seeking a forklift-ready warehouse associate to load and unload materials, build balanced loads for delivery, and move items safely within the yard and to customer sites. You will read orders, identify items, and use tools as needed to prepare shipments.

Responsibilities include securing cargo, maintaining safety practices, and assisting with container opening and labeling.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and three months experience performing these or similar tasks; forklift certification required.
• Ability to read work orders and labeling tasks; attention to weight, shape and handling requirements.
• Willingness to work in a production/yard environment with variable conditions.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials onto pallets, trucks or customer vehicles; apply strapping, bracing or padding to prevent shifting.
• Build loads based on customer orders and vehicle capacity to ensure balanced and safe delivery.
• Read work orders or follow instructions to determine materials to move.
• Transport materials from storage to designated area using hand truck, electric dolly or forklift.
• Open containers and load using steel cutters and hand tools when needed.
• Attach tags or labels for correct item identification.
• Observes safety procedures to prevent injuries and participates in safety meetings.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Forklift certification

Product knowledge

Reading & writing

Manual dexterity

Hand tool use

Safety procedures

Common sense

Counting & verification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Builders FirstSource in Colorado is seeking a forklift-ready warehouse associate to load and unload materials, build balanced loads for delivery, and move items safely within the yard and to customer sites. You will read orders, identify items, and use tools as needed to prepare shipments.

Responsibilities include securing cargo, maintaining safety practices, and assisting with container opening and labeling.