Yard Operations Specialist: Lumber & Customer Service

TAL Building Centers; Washington; On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Training and development

Job summary

TAL Building Centers is seeking a yard associate at our Vancouver, WA location to assist customers with loading and stocking materials in the lumber yard and warehouse. This onsite role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork to deliver a positive customer experience.

Starting wages vary by experience and education. Benefits include health coverage, retirement options, and paid time off. Join us in supporting local communities with smart building solutions.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job.
• 1–3 months experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers, assess needs, and direct customers to materials.
• Communicate with sales and yard team to ensure prompt, coordinated service.
• Assist customers in loading and unloading materials.
• Verify loaded materials vs. paid invoices for accuracy.
• May pull loads for delivery and bundle safely for transport.
• Learn product locations and uses to improve customer guidance.
• Operate forklifts and light trucks safely with proper training.

Skills

Customer service

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Radial arm saw

Panel saw

Job description

TAL Building Centers is seeking a yard associate at our Vancouver, WA location to assist customers with loading and stocking materials in the lumber yard and warehouse. This onsite role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork to deliver a positive customer experience.

Starting wages vary by experience and education. Benefits include health coverage, retirement options, and paid time off. Join us in supporting local communities with smart building solutions.