Lumber Yard Worker/Forklift

Allegiance Staffing; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral Bonus Program Available

Job summary

Allegiance Staffing in Charlotte, NC, is hiring a Forklift Lumberyard Operator to load materials, prepare orders, and maintain inventory in a busy outdoor yard.

The ideal candidate has sit-down forklift experience, can lift up to 50 lbs, and works well with a team in all weather. This full-time role offers a Friday pay cycle and a frontline position in a fast-paced lumber environment.

Join a safety-conscious team and contribute to accurate orders and organized yard operations.

Qualifications

• Prior sit-down forklift experience required.
• Experience with lumber or building materials preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Comfortable outdoor work in varying weather.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Friendly with good customer service.
• Dependable with good attendance.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload building materials.
• Pull, stage, and prepare orders for pickup or delivery.
• Operate a sit-down forklift safely and efficiently.
• Conduct cycle counts and assist inventory accuracy.
• Keep yard clean, safe, and organized.
• Inspect materials for quality and accuracy.
• Follow safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Provide customer service in the yard.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Forklift experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Customer service

Dependable

Outdoor work

Heavy lifting

Tools

Sit-down forklift

Job description

Job Title: Forklift Lumberyard Operator

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Charlotte, 28269

Start Pay Rate: $19.00 – Paid every Friday.

Schedule: 1st Shift: Monday to Friday – 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Referral Bonus Program Available

Job Summary

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Yard Associate to join our team. This position is responsible for loading materials, preparing orders, maintaining inventory accuracy, and keeping the yard organized and safe. The ideal candidate enjoys working outdoors, has forklift experience, and thrives in a fast-paced team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with loading and unloading building materials.
• Pull, stage, and prepare orders for customer pickup or delivery.
• Operate a sit-down forklift safely and efficiently.
• Conduct cycle counts and assist with inventory accuracy.
• Organize and maintain a clean, safe, and orderly yard.
• Inspect materials for quality and accuracy.
• Follow all company safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Provide excellent customer service when assisting customers in the yard.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.

Required Qualifications

• Previous sit-down forklift experience required.
• Experience working with lumber or building materials preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Friendly personality with good customer service skills.
• Dependable with good attendance.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Core Competencies

• Safety Awareness
• Teamwork
• Reliability
• Customer Service
• Attention to Detail
• Communication Skills
• Time Management
• Organization
• Adaptability
• Positive Attitude
• Problem Solving
• Initiative
• Accountability
• Forklift Safety
• Inventory Accuracy
• Ability to Work in a Fast-Paced Environment
• Ability to Work Outdoors
• Willingness to Learn