Yard Assistant

NWH; West Virginia; Presencial; USD 17.000 - 25.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunity

Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

401k with Company Match

Health Saving Account

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Descripción de la vacante

Northwest Hardwoods in West Virginia is seeking a reliable Yard Assistant to keep our sawmill and yard areas clean, safe, and organized. You’ll perform outdoor maintenance, assist with sorting debris, and help move lumber while adhering to safety standards.

This role is hands-on and requires physical stamina, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and dependable attendance. You’ll join a team dedicated to safety and quality as part of a global hardwood supplier.

Formación

• Must be able to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and kneel for 8+ hour shifts.
• Familiarity with yard tools and equipment.

Responsabilidades

• Sweep and clean lumber yard driveways and areas to ensure safety and tidiness.
• Sort and dispose of wood scraps, sawdust, metal, plastic, and debris.
• Maintain trash receptacles and transport waste to dumpsters or recycling areas.
• Assist with exterior maintenance including snow, ice, and debris removal.
• Help stack, bundle, and organize lumber when needed.
• Maintain grounds and wash trucks and equipment.
• Follow OSHA safety standards and report hazards to facilities manager.
• Collaborate with warehouse team for efficient operations.

Conocimientos

Detail oriented

Hard working

Dependable

Safety-minded

Hands-on

Descripción del empleo

Description

What if your work helped connect North American hardwood products with customers around the world? Northwest Hardwoods is a leading manufacturer of hardwood lumber in North America and a fully integrated global supplier serving the furniture, cabinet, molding, and millwork industries. Our Yard Assistant plays a critical role in keeping our sawmill and manufacturing operations running safely, reliably, and efficiently. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a visible contribution to a global operation by keeping the equipment clean and maintained, our yard/sawmill clean and safe and people behind our products running at their best.

Why This Role Matters:

This position is all about safety, reliability, and attention to detail. You’ll be responsible for diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing diesel-powered vehicles, heavy equipment, and machinery to keep our operations running safely and efficiently. Your mechanical expertise, problem-solving skills, and commitment to safety will help minimize downtime and ensure our equipment is ready to support the production process and deliver high-quality lumber to our customers around the world.

This is a great opportunity for a someone who takes pride in maintaining a clean working facility, enjoys staying physically active, and being hands-on in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

What You’ll Do:

• Sweep, rake, and clear lumber yard driveways, walkways, and drive-thru aisles to ensure a tidy and obstacle-free environment.
• Collect, sort, and properly dispose of wood scraps, sawdust, metal banding, plastic wrap, and other construction debris within the shop, building, sawmill and/or yard.
• Empty yard trash receptacles and transport industrial waste to designated dumpsters or recycling areas.
• Perform seasonal exterior maintenance, including clearing snow, ice, and debris from sidewalks and parking areas.
• Occasionally assist with re-stacking, bundle, and organizing lumber to maintain neatness.
• Maintenance and mowing of grass area
• Maintaining trucks and equipment clean - wiping down and power washing
• Adhere strictly to OSHA standards and workplace safety regulations to maintain a safe, accident-free work environment.
• Report any hazardous conditions, blocked emergency exits, or faulty equipment immediately to the facilities manager.
• Collaborate with the warehouse team to ensure a clean and efficient workplace.
• Other duties as assigned

What You Bring:

We’re looking for someone who is detail oriented, hard working, dependable, safety-minded, and enjoys working with their hands. You should take pride in your work, be comfortable walking around the warehouse and being physically active.

Required:

• Able to work outside in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and snow.
• Capable of lifting and moving up to 50 lbs regularly and unassisted.
• Endure prolonged physical activity, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, and kneeling for 8+ hour shifts.
• Demonstrate agility and balance when navigating active industrial yard environments around heavy machinery and moving vehicles.
• Dependable to manage daily cleaning schedules independently.
• A strict commitment to personal and workplace safety protocols.
• Familiarity with standard yard tools, such as industrial brooms, rakes, strapping tools, and banding equipment.
• Reliable transportation and a strong attendance record.

You’ll Thrive Here If You Are:

• Dependable, with a strong work ethic and a positive, team-oriented attitude
• Enjoy working in a hands-on, physically active role and aren’t afraid to get your hands dirty
• Take safety seriously and follow proper procedures when working around heavy equipment, vehicles, and machinery
• Have strong attention to detail and take pride in doing the job right the first time
• Are dependable and reliable, with a strong attendance record
• Can work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Are comfortable working independently as well as part of a team
• Can prioritize tasks and communicate clearly with the maintenance and operations teams

What We Offer:

Northwest Hardwoods provides a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive salary
• Bonus opportunity based on company performance
• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Voluntary Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401k Retirement Saving with Company Match
• Health Saving Account (HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Northwest Hardwoods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.