Load Builder II: Forklift-Certified Material Loader

Builders FirstSource; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Builders FirstSource is seeking a Load Builder to perform routine loading and unloading of materials within a yard or job site and assemble load packages for delivery to customer sites.

The role requires forklift certification, ability to read work orders, lift up to 100 pounds and operate hand tools. You will work in a production/yard environment with emphasis on safe handling and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED and 1–2 years of related tasks.
• Forklift certification required.
• Ability to read and follow work orders and labeling tasks.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and operate basic hand tools.
• Knowledge of safety procedures while performing forklift driving and materials handling tasks.

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trucks or customer vehicles and secures with strapping, bracing or padding.
• Performs load-building based on order and vehicle capacity to ensure balance and safety.
• Reads work orders or follows instructions to determine materials to move or load.
• Moves materials to/from storage using hand truck, electric dolly, forklift or other device.
• Opens containers and prepares loads with tools like steel cutters or crowbar.
• Attaches tags or labels to materials for correct identification.
• Lifts heavy objects manually or with hoists and maintains a clean work area.
• May train or guide less experienced Load Builders.
• Adheres to safety procedures and participates in safety meetings.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading & writing

Manual dexterity

Safety procedures

Basic math

Detail oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand truck

Electric dolly

Forklift

Crowbar

Steel cutters

Job description

Builders FirstSource is seeking a Load Builder to perform routine loading and unloading of materials within a yard or job site and assemble load packages for delivery to customer sites.

The role requires forklift certification, ability to read work orders, lift up to 100 pounds and operate hand tools. You will work in a production/yard environment with emphasis on safe handling and accuracy.