Yard Load Builder

The Franklin Group; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin Building Supply in Idaho Falls is seeking a Yard Load Builder to safely assemble packages of building materials from our lumberyard inventory and stage them for delivery. You will play a crucial role in loading materials onto trucks while delivering high levels of customer service and professionalism.

The role requires a valid driver’s license, forklift certification (or willingness to obtain within 30 days), physical stamina to lift up to 95 lbs, and the ability to work outdoors in

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required and clean driving record.
• Forklift certification required or willing to obtain within 30 days of employment.
• Physical activities such as lifting, climbing, balancing, and handling of materials.
• Must be able to lift up to 95 lbs. continuously.
• Willingness to learn grades of lumber and building materials.
• Ability to work in rough weather conditions.
• Team player with flexibility and initiative.
• Ability to adjust priorities and meet deadlines.
• Professional and respectful attitude toward customers and coworkers.
• Punctuality and task completion by deadlines.
• Willingness to be flexible and help team as needed.
• Ability to train others on processes.
• Familiarity with hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Package assembly of building material bundles to meet customer specs.
• Load packages onto delivery trucks safely and efficiently.
• Receive/unload materials from vendors and maintain stock inventory.
• Keep workspace clean and organized for safety.
• Interact with customers and subcontractors to provide excellent service.
• Assist customers with loading materials into their vehicles.

Skills

Driver's License

Forklift Certification

Physical Capability

Strength

Product Knowledge

Weather Resilience

Team Player

Adaptability

Professionalism

Punctuality

Flexibility

Initiative

Training Skills

Tool Knowledge

Computer Experience

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?