Stocker/Load Builder - Big Bear Hardware

Nation's Best Holdings; La Vernia (TX); On-site; USD 19,286 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Big Bear Hardware in La Vernia, TX is hiring for a team-oriented associate to assist customers, prepare orders, and load purchases into vehicles. This hands-on role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and friendly service in a fast-paced retail environment.

You’ll handle forklift tasks, count inventory, and help with deliveries while complying with safety rules. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is required; overtime may be needed during peak seasons.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Forklift experience (1+ year preferred).
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs with assistance.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying temperatures.
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide customers with great service by helping them find products and loading purchases into vehicles.
• Check materials to ensure readiness for quick and accurate deliveries.
• Load materials safely and ensure items are packed correctly for transport.
• Keep the yard organized and easy to locate.
• Assist with deliveries and operate forklifts or company vehicles.
• Follow safety rules and keep the work area clean.
• Assist with counting inventory to maintain stock accuracy.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Team player

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Big Bear Hardware - La Vernia, TX 78121

Job Category: Big Bear Hardware

We’re focused on people and relationships first and we’re passionate about customer service and continuous improvement. Are you looking to join a company that is focused on growth? If you enjoy working hard in a fast-paced environment, then join our growing team.

What You’ll Do and How You’ll Make an Impact

• Provide customers with great service by helping them find products, offering recommendations and loading their purchases into vehicles
• Check materials to make sure everything is ready for quick and accurate deliveries
• Load materials safely and make sure all items are packed correctly for transport
• Keep the yard organized and make sure everything is easy to locate
• Help with deliveries, drive forklifts or company vehicles and unload products
• Keep up with training and learn about products and safety rules
• Step in to help with customer service in different areas as needed
• Perform other tasks as assigned by management to help the team run smoothly
• Follow safety rules, keep the work area clean and help make sure everyone stays safe
• Assist with counting inventory to make sure stock levels are accurate
• Other tasks as assigned

What Makes You a Great Fit (Qualifications)

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience with construction or building materials is helpful but not required
• Forklift experience (1+ year preferred)
• Strong communication skills to interact with customers and co-workers effectively
• A willingness to lift, climb, reach, twist, bend, and lift up to 100 lbs with assistance
• Ability to work in various temperatures and outdoor conditions
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays when needed
• Must be able to work Saturdays
• A results-driven attitude with a commitment to delivering great service
• Strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to work hard as part of a team

What’s It Like To Work for Nation’s Best?

• Teamwork: All of our positions, in all of our stores, are hands-on. We work together, whenever necessary, to ensure a positive customer experience every time, every day.
• Support: We have local resources and a Dallas Support Team to help you along the way and to partner on projects, as appropriate.
• Autonomy: We empower entrepreneurial spirit in all our associates.
• Relationships: We believe the core of our business is the relationships we build.
• Continuous Improvement: We are focused on continuous improvement, ensuring expertise and solid best practices are shared across all of our divisions and stores.
• Efficiencies: We maximize efficiency through best-in-class technology and consistent business practices nationwide.
• Growth Mindset: We are focused on long-term growth, both in our associates and the company.
• Atmosphere: This is not a suit‑and‑tie environment. We roll up our sleeves and get the job done.
• Community Service: Our divisions and associates are committed to serving and contributing to the communities in which we live and work.
• Safety: We strive to provide a work environment that is safe and healthy for all of our associates and customers. We want everyone to go home in the same condition in which they came to work that day.