Yard Crewmember/ Forklift Operator

McCoy's Building Supply; Brenham (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

McCoy's Building Supply in Brenham, Texas, is seeking a Yard Crewmember to assist customers in the lumberyard, operate a forklift, and provide essential store support. This full-time position requires the ability to lift heavy materials and maintain a safe, organized work environment.

Applicants should preferably have a high school diploma and forklift operator certification, as well as strong customer service skills. Join McCoy's for a rewarding opportunity with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Ability to carry out a series of instructions without constant supervision.
• Successfully complete all training and certification regarding equipment usage.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers in the lumberyard and operate a forklift.
• Load and unload products into vehicles safely and accurately.
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of the lumberyard.

Skills

Professionalism

Forklift operation

Customer service

Instruction following

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Forklift operator certification

Job description

Job Details

Time Type: Full Time | Starting Pay: $16/hour | Location: 1803 U.S. Hwy. 290 East, Brenham, TX, 77833

Yard Crewmember

Job Summary

The Yard Crewmember will assist customers in the lumberyard, operate a forklift, stock products, and provide general store support.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Greets customers as they enter the yard.
• Loads and unloads products into customers, vendors, and company vehicles safely and accurately.
• Responds to customer questions regarding products.
• Informs store management or supervisor of any customer complaints or requests in a timely manner.
• Moves, stocks, and rearranges building materials in the yard, warehouse, and interior of the store.
• Performs routine safety checks on forklifts according to company guidelines.
• Maintains the cleanliness and appearance of the lumberyard and warehouses by stacking products squarely and picking up bands, chocks, and trash.
• Verifies customer or vendor ticket matches the merchandise being loaded.
• Covers exposed materials, when required, to prevent weather damage.
• Cuts lumber and other related materials as requested by the customer.
• Operates a forklift.
• Attends all store meetings and training sessions.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Ability to carry out a series of instructions without constant supervision.
• Able to remain professional and courteous at all times.
• Knowledge of weight distribution and loading patterns.
• Ability to adjust machine or vehicle controls quickly and repeatedly to exact positions.
• Successfully complete all company training and certification requirements regarding equipment usage, including obtaining McCoy’s forklift certification.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Forklift operator certification.
• Successful completion of on-the-job training; completing levels 1 and 2 of the positional training offered.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and moving around the yard and warehouse.
• Must be able to use the three-point hold when getting into trucks and/or forklifts.
• Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds at times, occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds, and push and/or pull 50-pound loads at a time.
• Ability to perform repetitive movements over long periods.
• May need to work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to work in various types of weather.

Equal Employment Opportunity

McCoy’s is an equal opportunity employer. Equal access to programs, services and employment is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodations in the application and/or interview process should contact a representative of the People Development Department at [phone]. EOE, AAP, D, F, VA.