Yard employee

Herrman Lumber; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Herrman Lumber is seeking a reliable Yard Employee to support daily yard and warehouse operations. You will receive and stock materials, operate forklifts, and assist with loading delivery trucks while helping customers and drivers. The role requires organization, safety-consciousness, and comfort with outdoor environments.

The position offers a family of benefits and an opportunity to grow within a hands-on, fast-paced setting at a well-regarded Midwest lumber yard.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Forklift certification is a plus (or willingness to become certified).
• Experience operating equipment such as forklifts and power tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and stock incoming materials.
• Load delivery trucks and assist with pickups/drop-offs.
• Assist customers with materials and inquiries in the yard.
• Safely operate forklifts and power tools.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe yard and warehouse.
• Perform routine inventory counts and assist drivers as needed.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Measurements & tape use

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Power tools

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking

• Receive and stock incoming commodity merchandise.
• Manually gather materials for delivery orders with attention to accuracy.
• Verify product quantities and load delivery trucks accurately and efficiently.
• Assist customers with materials during pickups and drop-offs at the yard.
• Safely operate forklifts and hand power tools.
• Unload vendor trucks and check in products.
• Assist with routine inventory cycle counts.
• Occasionally accompany drivers and assist with deliveries.
• Perform basic maintenance of trucks, buildings, and grounds.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe yard and warehouse.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Position Summary

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Yard Employee to support daily operations in our yard and warehouse. This role involves receiving and stocking materials, operating forklifts, loading delivery trucks, and assisting both customers and drivers. The ideal candidate is organized, safety-conscious, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, outdoor environment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Receive and stock incoming commodity merchandise.
• Manually gather materials for delivery orders with attention to accuracy.
• Verify product quantities and load delivery trucks accurately and efficiently.
• Assist customers with materials during pickups and drop-offs at the yard.
• Safely operate forklifts and hand power tools.
• Unload vendor trucks and check in products.
• Assist with routine inventory cycle counts.
• Occasionally accompany drivers and assist with deliveries.
• Perform basic maintenance of trucks, buildings, and grounds.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe yard and warehouse.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Important Skills and Competencies

• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to read measurements and effectively use a tape measure.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Education, Experience, and Training

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with equipment operation such as power tools and forklifts preferred.
• Forklift certification is a plus (or willingness to become certified).

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, and occasional stair climbing.
• Occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and twisting.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Work is performed indoors and outdoors with exposure to varying climate conditions.

Why Work With Us?

We're a great company to work for, offering a supportive team environment and opportunities to grow. We value safety, reliability, and a strong work ethic - and we take care of our people.

Benefits We Offer

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Aflac Supplemental Coverage
• A Positive and Professional Work Culture

Pre-Employment Drug Screen - including marijuana