Yard Associate

Mead Lumber Company, Inc.; Gillette (WY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

401(k) Plan

Scholarship & Tuition Assistance Programs

Job summary

Mead Lumber Company, Inc. is looking for a dedicated individual to join their team in Gillette, WY. The primary role involves safely and efficiently loading building materials, organizing vendor deliveries, and maintaining a clean working environment.

The ideal candidate must possess a valid driver’s license, have the ability to lift heavy items, and demonstrate a commitment to personal and team success. The position offers competitive pay and a range of employee benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license is a must.
• Forklift experience is preferred.
• Ability to stand/walk for 4-10 hours daily.
• Self-motivated and organized.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently load building materials.
• Unload and organize vendor deliveries.
• Maintain overall yard cleanliness and organization.
• Listen and work with customers.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Forklift experience

Desire to learn and grow professionally

Ability to react quickly to problems

Physical strength to lift 50+ pounds

Strong verbal and computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Gillette
Mead Lumber of Gillette
110 West Lakeway
Gillette, WY 82718, USA

Company Overview

Mead Lumber Company is a leading provider of products for professional contractors, builders, and remodelers. With 50+ operating locations across nine Midwestern states, we are proud to be 100% employee-owned and ranked as the 12th largest building material supplier to professional builders in the U.S. At Mead Lumber, we strive to create a team that works and succeeds together every day in an authentic, team-oriented setting.

Why Join Us

• Employee Ownership: As a 100% employee-owned company, you will have a stake in our shared success.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible scheduling options that support your lifestyle.
• Career Growth: We are committed to your professional development, providing ongoing learning and advancement opportunities.

Job Summary

The primary responsibility of this position is to safely and efficiently load building materials for customers. Additional duties include receiving and unloading vendor deliveries, stocking and organizing materials, labeling and tracking special-order materials, and maintaining overall yard cleanliness and organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Learn company products, procedures, culture, and customer service philosophy.
• Unload/Load customer orders accurately in accordance with paperwork/invoices.
• Organize, label, store materials in accordance with protocols.
• Safely operate equipment.
• Follow yard loading and delivery procedures.
• Accurately record all merchandise returns on a credit memo, put materials in designated return area and ensure return to vendor.
• Listen and work with customers to fulfill their daily needs.
• Maintain a clean working environment.
• Perform duties in ALL types of weather conditions.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Desired Skills, Knowledge, and Qualifications

• Must have a valid drivers license.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Desire to learn and grow professionally.
• Ability to react quickly to problems and respond to them accurately and professionally.
• Ability to stand/walk for 4 -10 hours daily.
• Self-motivated and organized.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Physical strength to lift and carry 50+ pounds at times.
• Ability to stoop, kneel and crouch.
• Prior building materials knowledge preferred.
• Strong verbal skills and computer skills.
• Must be reliable, punctual, team-oriented, and flexible.

Once eligible, you will participate in our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), a unique benefit that can provide a financial source for your future/retirement that very few companies offer. We also offer our employees competitive pay as well as the benefits listed below:

Additional Benefits Include

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

• 100% Employer Paid Group Term Life, AD&D, and STD
• Additional Voluntary Life, AD&D, and LTD
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Plan
• Scholarship & Tuition Assistance Programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Equal Employment Opportunity: Mead Lumber Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, age, pregnancy, marital status, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, or any other protected basis prohibited by law.