Outdoor Yard Specialist — Forklift Training & Growth

Carter Lumber; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision plans

Company-match 401(k)

Vacation time & holidays

Growth opportunities

Training & certification

Job summary

Carter Lumber is hiring for a yard associate to support contractors and DIY customers. You will help select and load orders, pull and stage materials for pickup or delivery, and keep the yard organized. Training for forklift operation is provided to eligible applicants.

Ideal candidates bring customer service experience, a friendly, team-focused attitude, and the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions. We promote from within and offer comprehensive benefits for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience.
• Friendly personality and team-player attitude.
• Familiarity with building materials helpful.
• Ability to work outdoors in all conditions.
• Willingness to be trained on forklift operation.

Responsibilities

• Assist contractors and DIY customers with selection and loading of orders.
• Pull and stage materials for pickup or delivery.
• Maintain yard inventory with cycle counts and keep the area organized.
• Operate forklift after training and certification.

Skills

Customer service

Friendly personality

Team player

Outdoor work

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Carter Lumber is hiring for a yard associate to support contractors and DIY customers. You will help select and load orders, pull and stage materials for pickup or delivery, and keep the yard organized. Training for forklift operation is provided to eligible applicants.

Ideal candidates bring customer service experience, a friendly, team-focused attitude, and the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions. We promote from within and offer comprehensive benefits for full-time staff.