Lumber Yard Associate — Forklift & Load Expert

84 Lumber; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Holiday pay

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

401(k) with employer match

Discounts on building materials

Job summary

84 Lumber is hiring for a Yard Associate to support daily yard operations and ensure safe, organized handling of lumber and building materials. The role involves loading deliveries, unloading stock, and operating a forklift in a busy yard environment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and be able to lift up to 80 pounds. The position offers growth opportunities within a family-owned company that values internal promotions and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos; write simple correspondence; effectively present information to others one-on-one.
• Must be able to periodically lift up to 80 pounds.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Builds loads for deliveries and ensures accurate loading.
• Maintains a safe, clean, and organized lumber yard.
• Loads and unloads lumber and building materials.
• Operates a forklift and supports other yard activities as needed.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Written communication

Public speaking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

84 Lumber is hiring for a Yard Associate to support daily yard operations and ensure safe, organized handling of lumber and building materials. The role involves loading deliveries, unloading stock, and operating a forklift in a busy yard environment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and be able to lift up to 80 pounds. The position offers growth opportunities within a family-owned company that values internal promotions and a strong benefits package.