Yard Associate Oskaloosa

Oskaloosa Lumber; Oskaloosa (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Advancement Opportunities

Employee discounts

Locally owned and operated

Job summary

Oskaloosa Lumber in Oskaloosa, KS, is seeking a reliable Yard Associate dedicated to providing outstanding customer service and maintaining an inviting lumberyard. In this role, you'll assist customers both in-person and over the phone, help with loading products, and keep the yard clean and organized. An ideal candidate will enjoy teamwork, have strong communication skills, and be willing to learn more about products and retail. Knowledge of forklift operation is preferred.

Qualifications

• Organized, self-starter who thinks independently and solves problems.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service by assisting customers.
• Maintain a clean and orderly lumberyard.
• Assist with loading customer’s vehicles.

Skills

Outstanding customer service skills

Strong math skills

Effective sales methods

Communication skills

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Benefits

varies by location

Locally owned and operated

Career Advancement Opportunities

Employee discounts

You might be a great fit if…

You enjoy serving others as we would like to be served.

Making the best even better.

You enjoy making a difference in your community.

You enjoy helping others.

You enjoy working in teams.

You're motivated to learn new skills.

Job Summary

Yard associates are expected to maintain a positive representation of Oskaloosa Lumber by providing an outstanding customer service experience consistent with company values. The main task of a yard associate is to assist customers and maintain a clean and efficient lumberyard. They should be willing to continually learn and expand their knowledge of the retail industry. Their job will include, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:

Responsibilities

Provide excellent customer service by assisting customers, both in person and on the phone, answering their questions, helping them find merchandise, and suggesting add-on sales that will help them complete their project. This may also include processing special orders.

Knowledge of point‑of‑sale systems in order to assist with price lookup, special orders, and order entry.

Create an inviting environment for customers by maintaining a clean and orderly lumberyard, which will include housekeeping tasks as needed.

Notify customers of upcoming promotions and new products.

Assist in taking regular inventory of stock.

Assist with loading customer’s vehicles. Check invoices to make sure the correct products are loaded.

Assist with daily upkeep and straightening of lumber stacks.

Help yard staff with other tasks as needed.

Be vigilant to identify shoplifters and other types of theft. Respond with appropriate action, according to store policy.

Attend all staff meetings.

Adhere to all store policies and safety standards.

Qualifications

Outstanding customer service skills and professional attitude.

A working knowledge of the products in the store with a willingness to continue to learn.

Organized, self‑starter who thinks independently and solves problems.

Strong math, reading, writing, and communication skills.

Knowledge of effective sales methods and techniques.

Understand how to safely operate a forklift.

Ability to lift up to 80 lbs on a regular basis.

Goals

Continually expand knowledge of all departments, both in the lumberyard and retail store.

Become a versatile employee, able to help in other areas as needed.

After enough experience, become a mentor to new employees and help them understand products and retail concepts.