Yard Load Builder

The Franklin Group Inc; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The Franklin Group Inc. is seeking a Yard Load Builder in Idaho Falls to safely assemble packages from our lumberyard and prepare items for delivery. You will help customers load materials and ensure orders meet specifications with a focus on safety and efficiency.

You will stand at the core of a hands-on team, handling building materials, using basic tools, and supporting stock management while delivering friendly, professional service daily.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Forklift certification or willingness to become certified within 30 days.
• Ability to lift up to 95 lbs and perform physical tasks daily.
• Willingness to learn lumber grades and building materials.
• Ability to work in rough weather and maintain safety.

Responsibilities

• Safely assemble building material packages from lumberyard inventory.
• Load packages onto delivery trucks with care.
• Assist customers in loading materials onto their vehicles.
• Receive and unload materials, maintain stock inventory.
• Keep workspace clean and organized.
• Provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Driver's license

Forklift certification

Physical stamina

Customer service

Teamwork

Adaptability

Initiative

Training others

Tool knowledge

Physical strength

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Computer basics

Job description

Description

• We are so proud to be 100% Employee Owned. We hire owners, not employees! This means that employees earn ownership in our company through their work and build their net worth based on the company’s change in value over time. Once eligible, you start your journey to ownership with an annual gift of stock averaging 17% of what you make each year!
• For our seventh consecutive year, we ranked in the Top 10 Best Places to Work in Idaho.
• Franklin Building Supply is a lumber and building material company that has been in business for more than 45 years. We have locations spread across Idaho and one in Nevada.
• We supply just about everything besides plumbing and electrical to build homes. Our focus is on serving professional home builders. Along with providing materials, we install a wide range of products including framing, overhead doors, insulation, gutters, siding, and more. We also manufacture some products including trusses, cabinets, doors, and granite countertops.
• Our company is full of outstanding people who have been working for Franklin Building Supply for 10, 20, or 30 years. We’re working harder than anyone else in our market to get better every day, adding value for customers and improving the value of our company for our employee-owners.
• We are committed to working safer, smarter, and more efficiently than ever before. We are investing significantly in tools, equipment, training, and positions like this to help our team reach its potential.
• Along with competitive compensation, we offer competitive benefits that would be expected including medical/Rx, vision and dental insurance, 401(k), paid time off, holiday pay, disability & life insurance, etc.
• Primary Purpose: As a Yard Load Builder, your primary responsibility will be to safely assemble packages of various building materials from our lumberyard inventory. You'll play a crucial role in staging materials for delivery to customers while providing a high level of customer service. Your role also involves assisting customers in loading their materials and ensuring their needs are met efficiently and professionally.

Primary Purpose: As a Yard Load Builder, your primary responsibility will be to safely assemble packages of various building materials from our lumberyard inventory. You'll play a crucial role in staging materials for delivery to customers while providing a high level of customer service. Your role also involves assisting customers in loading their materials and ensuring their needs are met efficiently and professionally.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Package Assembly: Skillfully assemble building material packages to meet customer requirements and specifications.
• Efficient Loading: Load packages onto delivery trucks with precision, ensuring safe transportation to our customers.
• Inventory Management: Receive and unload materials from vendors' trucks or railcars, contributing to the stock inventory of products.
• Maintain Workspace: Keep the work area neat, clean, and organized to ensure a safe and productive environment.
• Customer Interaction: Interact with customers and subcontractors in a friendly and helpful manner, delivering exceptional customer service.
• Load Customer Vehicles: Assist customers in loading their materials onto their vehicles, ensuring a smooth and satisfying experience.

Requirements

Required:

• Driver's License: Possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Forklift Certification: Be forklift certified or willing to become certified within 30 days of employment.
• Physical Capability: Able to perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
• Strength: Capable of lifting up to 95 lbs. continuously throughout the day.
• Product Knowledge: Willingness to learn and identify various grades of lumber and building materials.
• Weather Resilience: Ability to work in rough weather conditions.
• Team Player: Flexibility, self-motivation, and teamwork skills are highly valued.
• Adaptability: Ability to adjust priorities and work quickly to meet demands.
• Professionalism: A respectful and approachable attitude toward others, representing the company professionally to customers.
• Punctuality: Punctuality and the ability to complete tasks by deadlines.
• Flexibility: Willingness to be flexible and contribute to team needs.
• Initiative: Eagerness to go beyond necessary tasks and take on additional responsibilities.
• Training Skills: Ability to take the initiative and train others on work processes.
• Tool Knowledge: Familiarity with hand and power tools.

Strongly Preferred:

Computer Experience: Some computer experience is a strong advantage.

Why Join Us:

Growth Opportunities: We offer opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the company.

Customer Focus: Make a difference by providing exceptional service to our valued customers.

Team Collaboration: Be part of a supportive team that values flexibility, professionalism, and initiative.

Hands-On Role: Enjoy a role that allows you to work with your hands and engage with customers daily.

Are you ready to take on this exciting role that combines physicality, customer service, and growth opportunities?