Yard Associate

TIBBETTS LUMBER CO LLC; Elkton (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Short & Long Term Disability

401(k) plan

Vacation, Sick & Holiday pay

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Tibbetts Lumber Co. LLC in Elkton, FL is seeking an experienced Yard Associate to assist customers, locate and load product, and move materials around the yard using a forklift. You will help ensure accurate invoicing and smooth yard operations.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, OSHA forklift certification, and at least six months of related experience. Knowledge of lumber products, safety practices, and strong customer service are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required and valid driver’s license.
• OSHA forklift certification (training provided) and related experience.
• Six months of experience in yard operations or similar tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers in locating and loading product.
• Review materials against invoices or requisitions; route paperwork.
• Move product/material throughout the yard; ensure correct stocking.
• Maintain yard cleanliness and observe safety procedures.
• Provide superior customer service to internal and external customers.

Skills

Customer service

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Lumber knowledge

Invoice literacy

Equipment handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift Certification

Material handling equipment

Job description

Description

Tibbetts Lumber Co. LLC, a growing Lumber and Building Materials company, is seeking an experienced Yard Associate. Under direct supervision, the qualified candidate will perform a variety of yard activities including, operating a forklift to move product and material throughout the yard and providing customer service to Tibbetts Lumber customers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist customers in the location and loading of product
• Review materials loaded against invoice or requisition; complete and route paperwork appropriately
• Move product/material throughout the yard ensuring placement in correct areas
• Ensure product/material is well stocked of inventory at all times
• Perform routine clean-up of yard
• Understand and observe all safety procedures and practices
• Provide superior customer service to internal and external customers at all times
• All other duties as assigned

Experience Required:

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Clean and valid Drivers License.
• Six (6) months of experience with performing these or similar tasks; or equivalent combination of training, education and experience
• OSHA Forklift Certification (training is provided) and experience building frame packs

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of various types of lumber
• Ability to operate motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment
• Knowledge of safety procedures while performing tasks
• Strong customer service skills
• Knowledge of company products/inventory available at work location
• Ability to read and understand invoices and requisitions

Benefits:

Tibbetts Lumber offers an excellent benefits package to our employees including:

• Competitive wages
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability
• 401(k) plan
• Vacation, Sick & Holiday pay
• Health Savings Account

Legal Disclosures:

Tibbetts Lumber Co. LLC complies with all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination of any kind. Tibbetts Lumber Co. LLC is a Drug-Free Workplace and uses pre-employment drug testing to confirm all of its potential employees do not use any restricted substances. Tibbetts Lumber Co. LLC is an at-will employer and can terminate its employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and without notice.