Yard Associate - Big Pine Key, FL

Keyslumber; Islamorada (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A lumber supply company in Islamorada, Florida is seeking a Yard Associate to sort and rack lumber, provide customer assistance, and operate forklifts. Candidates should have a high school diploma (or GED) and solid communication skills. The role requires physical activity, including the ability to lift up to 80 pounds and work flexible shifts. Join a friendly team focused on delivering excellent service while maintaining a safe and organized working environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• Ability to drive and operate a forklift.
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds frequently and up to 80 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Sort and rack lumber according to grade markings.
• Provide customer assistance and work with forklift equipment.
• Fill orders and supply materials to clients.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Customer service

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Yard Associate sort and rack lumber according to its grade markings and size, provide customer assistance, and often work in forklift equipment.

Responsibilities

• Read special orders from co-workers
• Read instructions from supervisors in handling customer requests and safety procedures in the workplace
• Responsible for filling orders and supplying materials to their clients
• Offer custom services such as knowing how to operate power tools
• Read and understand the SOP (standard operating procedures) in the company
• Refer to manuals on proper storage and handling of delicate goods
• Read carefully the product labels, warnings and directions posted in the products and warehouse
• Fill up the inventory sheets either weekly or monthly
• Receive and replenish stock
• Pull and bundle delivery orders
• Restrap lumber and replace missing or removed red straps
• Read bills, order forms and invoices
• Read and follow work schedules
• Enter number entries in loading sheets
• Look in the charts for the weights of forklifts that can carry and lift
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Physical: Position requires bending, standing, and walking the entire workday. Must have the ability to lift 40 pounds frequently and up to 80 pounds occasionally. Team lift for anything over 60 lbs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Availability to work flexible shifts
• Ability to drive and operate a forklift
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills
• A friendly and energetic personality with customer service focus
• Ability to perform under pressure
• Ability to lift 40 pounds frequently and up to 80 pounds occasionally. Team lift for anything over 60 lbs.