Yard Hand

S.W. Collins Co.; Lincoln (ME); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SEP IRA

Earned Leave

Volunteer PTO

Health insurance

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Performance bonus

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

S.W. Collins Co. in Maine is seeking a yard hand to support daily yard operations by assisting the dispatcher with material handling, organization, and general maintenance.

This hands-on role involves yard work and periodic delivery of materials to jobsites, helping keep operations safe and efficient. You will organize inventory, load/unload from vendor trucks, prepare materials for delivery, maintain a clean yard, and perform basic equipment checks.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move heavy materials.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dispatcher with organizing, stocking, and maintaining yard inventory.
• Load and unload materials safely from vendor trucks onto customer trailers and vehicles.
• Prepare materials for delivery or pickup according to sales tickets.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe yard environment.
• Perform basic equipment checks and report issues to the dispatcher.
• Follow established procedures for material handling and yard safety.
• Accompany or operate company vehicles to deliver materials to jobsites as needed.
• Assist with loading, securing, and unloading materials at jobsites.
• Communicate professionally with customers and ensure deliveries are on schedule.

Job description

Benefits

• Simplified Employee Pension Plan (SEP - IRA)
• Earned Paid Leave
• Volunteer Paid Time Off
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

Job Summary

Our yard hands support daily yard operations by assisting the dispatcher with material handling, organization, and general maintenance. This role requires hands-on work in the yard and periodic delivery of materials to jobsites. They play a key role in keeping yard operations running safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Yard Operations Support

• Assist the dispatcher with organizing, stocking, and maintaining yard inventory
• Load and unload materials, and supplies safely and efficiently from vendor trucks and on to customer trailers and vehicles
• Prepare materials for delivery or pickup according to sales tickets
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe yard environment
• Perform basic equipment checks and report issues to the dispatcher
• Follow established procedures for material handling and yard safety

Delivery & Jobsite Support

• Accompany or operate company vehicles to deliver materials to jobsites as needed
• Assist with loading, securing, and unloading materials at jobsites
• Communicate professionally with customers
• Ensure deliveries are completed accurately and on schedule
• Complete basic delivery paperwork and electronic documentation

Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures
• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
• Report unsafe conditions, damaged materials, or incidents promptly

General Duties

• Assist with yard maintenance tasks such as sweeping, snow removal, and organizing storage areas
• Perform other duties as assigned by the dispatcher or store manager

Qualifications & Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Ability to lift, carry, and move heavy materials
• Basic knowledge of construction materials or yard operations a plus
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Frequent lifting, bending, standing, and walking
• Ability to climb on and around equipment and trucks safely

Work Environment

• Outdoor yard and jobsite settings
• Exposure to dust, noise, and varying temperatures