Load Builder I

Builders FirstSource; Town of Mexico (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company where you can ignite your career as a Load Builder I. This role involves loading and unloading materials, ensuring safety and balance in delivery loads, and operating forklifts in a dynamic yard environment. With a strong emphasis on safety and a supportive culture, you’ll be equipped with the tools and training necessary to succeed. If you’re ready to take on a hands-on role that contributes to making homeownership dreams a reality, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace a career with unlimited horizons and competitive benefits that support your growth and well-being.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Supportive work culture

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and three months of relevant experience.
• Forklift certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets and trucks.
• Performs load-building to ensure safety and balance.
• Follows work orders to determine materials to be moved.

Skills

Forklift operation

Manual dexterity

Safety procedures knowledge

Ability to follow instructions

Labeling and reading skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Forklift

Job description

Join to apply for the Load Builder I role at Builders FirstSource.

Ignite your career at Builders FirstSource, America’s largest supplier of building materials, value-added components, and building services to the professional market. We help make the dream of homeownership more achievable every day. At BFS, you’ll be equipped with all the tools, training, and resources you need, and you’ll be empowered to try new things, gain new experiences, and build a career with unlimited horizons.

Purpose

Under general supervision, performs routine loading and unloading of materials within yard or work site; assembles load packages into trucks for delivery to customer job sites.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trucks, or customer vehicles, and installs strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit.
2. Performs load-building, determining the appropriate weight, composition, and placement of load based on customer order and capacity of delivery vehicle to ensure load is balanced and safe for hauling.
3. Reads work order or follows oral instructions to determine materials to be moved or loaded.
4. Conveys materials to or from storage to designated area using hand truck, electric dolly, forklift, or other device.
5. Opens containers, units, slings, and loads, using steel cutters, crowbar, claw-hammer, or other hand tools.
6. Attaches identifying tags or labels to materials or marks information on cases, bales, or other containers for correct identification.
7. Observes all safety procedures and practices to prevent injury; attends safety meetings; may recommend safety improvements.
8. Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or GED and three months of relevant experience, or equivalent education and experience. Forklift certification is required.

Competencies

• Forklift operator certification
• Knowledge of company products for handling requirements
• Ability to read and write for work orders and labeling
• Manual dexterity
• Ability to use hand tools
• Knowledge of safety procedures for forklift and materials handling
• Ability to follow detailed instructions
• Ability to count and verify items

Work Environment / Physical Activity

Work is performed in a production or yard environment with temperature variations, chemicals, noise, and dust. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 80 pounds occasionally. Tasks may involve climbing, lifting, pushing, or kneeling.

At BFS, we support your growth and success with a supportive, people-first culture. We offer competitive benefits to help you and your family live healthier, happier, and more secure lives. For details, visit www.bldrbenefits.com.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, or disability. For accommodations under the ADA, contact [phone] or email [e-mail]. Do not send resumes to this email address.