Warehouse Associate

84 Lumber; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO, sick and personal days

Health, dental and vision insurance

Holiday pay

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

401(k) with employer match

Discounts on building materials

Job summary

84 Lumber is seeking a full-time Warehouse Associate in Kentucky to build loads for deliveries and operate a forklift while maintaining a safe, organized warehouse. You will handle lumber and building supplies, and communicate delays to management as part of a collaborative team.

The role requires reading simple instructions, the ability to lift up to 80 pounds, and forklift operation. 84 Lumber offers competitive benefits and opportunities for growth within a family-owned company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Forklift training, certification, and operation may be required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Building loads for delivery and unloading freight including lumber and building supplies.
• Forklift training, certification, and operation.
• Communicating delays or discrepancies with management.
• Maintaining the store’s special order program and other sales programs as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading comprehension

Lifting up to 80 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to build a rewarding and lifelong career? Do you thrive in a team environment that challenges you to be your best? Join 84 Lumber, a family-owned company founded on growth, stability, and the mindset that “nothing is impossible.” 84 Lumber is hiring immediately and has the perfect career opportunity 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

The full‑time Warehouse Associate will act as a material handler and forklift operator to build loads for deliveries while maintaining a safe, clean and well‑organized warehouse. Duties include:

• Building loads for delivery and unloading freight including lumber and building supplies
• Forklift training, certification, and operation
• Communicating delays or discrepancies with management
• Maintaining the store’s special order program and other sales programs as assigned
• 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

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].