Lumberyard Forklift Operator

84 Lumber; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Holiday pay

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

401(k) with employer match

Discounts on building materials

Job summary

84 Lumber seeks a Yard Associate at our Northwest Houston location to build loads for deliveries and keep a safe, organized lumber yard. You will load and unload lumber and building supplies, operate a forklift, and perform other duties as assigned.

The role offers a pay rate of $16 per hour with overtime paid at time and a half. A high school diploma or GED is required, and ability to lift up to 80 pounds is needed. 84 Lumber is an equal opportunity employer with excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift up to 80 pounds.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and memos.

Responsibilities

• Builds loads for deliveries.
• Maintains a safe, clean, and organized lumber yard.
• Loads and unloads lumber and building supplies.
• Operates a forklift.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading comprehension

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Overview

Do you enjoy working with your hands, and breaking the boundaries of the traditional office job? Are you interested in a career with a family-owned company that is founded on growth, stability, and the idea that "nothing is impossible"? 84 Lumber is hiring immediately and has the career for you!

WHO IS 84?

84 Lumber is the nation's largest privately held supplier of building materials, manufactured components and industry-leading services for residential and commercial construction. With over 320 facilities in 34 states and plans for even more locations, your opportunities for growth within the company are endless. If you invest in yourself, we will invest in you!

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE:

We offer all the benefits you expect from an industry leader, including:

• Paid Time Off (PTO), sick and personal days
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Holiday pay
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care
• Annual profit sharing and 401(k) with employer match (based on company profits)
• Discounts on building materials and other retail partnerships

RECOGNITION & AWARDS:

84 Lumber is proud to be recognized as one of America's:

• Most Patriotic Companies by Newsweek, 2026
• Most Trustworthy Companies by Newsweek, 2026
• Largest Family Businesses by Forbes, 2026
• Top Private Companies by Forbes, 2025
• Best Large Employers by Forbes, 2025

LOCATION:

Northwest Houston. 22770 Northwest Lake, Houston, TX 77095

Pay:

$16/hour. Overtime paid at a rate of time and a half.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Associate is responsible for building loads for deliveries. In addition, the Yard Person Benefits must maintain a safe, clean and well organized lumber yard, load and unload lumber and/or building supplies, and operate a forklift. Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Ability 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 general education degree (GED).

Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

84 Lumber Company is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. 84 Lumber Company is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact [e-mail].