Yard Person

84 Lumber Company; East Patchogue (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical/Dental/Vision

Holiday pay

FSA for medical/dep care

401(k) with match

Employee discounts

OT pay

Job summary

84 Lumber Company in East Patchogue, NY is hiring for an Associate Yard Person to build loads, keep the lumber yard safe and organized, and help with loading and unloading materials. The role requires basic reading skills and the ability to lift items up to 80 pounds. A High school diploma or GED is required.

Starting pay is $18/hour with weekly overtime opportunities and room for advancement within a family-founded, growth‑driven company. Apply now to join a leader in home improvement supplies.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos; write simple correspondence; effectively present information to others one-on-one.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Build loads for deliveries and maintain a safe, clean, organized lumber yard.
• Load and unload lumber and building supplies.
• Operate a forklift; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Lift up to 80 pounds

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Do you enjoy working with your hands, and breaking the boundaries of the traditional office job? Are you interested in a career with a family-owned company that is founded on growth, stability, and the idea that \"nothing is impossible\"? 84 Lumber is hiring immediately and has the career for you!

WHO IS 84?

84 Lumber is the nation's largest privately held supplier of building materials, manufactured components and industry-leading services for residential and commercial construction. With over 320 facilities in 34 states and plans for even more locations, your opportunities for growth within the company are endless. If you invest in yourself, we will invest in you!

At 84 Lumber, we promote nearly 100% from within, creating a unique environment where you can build your own career path. Over 96% of our store managers began as Manager Trainees, and on average, you can earn your first promotion within six months.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE:

We offer all the benefits you expect from an industry leader, including:

• Paid Time Off (PTO), sick and personal days


• Medical, dental and vision insurance


• Holiday pay


• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care


• Annual profit sharing and 401(k) with employer match (based on company profits)


• Discounts on building materials and other retail partnerships


• Starting Pay: $18/hr plus weekly OT and room for advancement

RECOGNITION & AWARDS:

• Most Patriotic Companies by Newsweek, 2026


• Most Trustworthy Companies by Newsweek, 2026


• Largest Family Businesses by Forbes, 2026


• Top Private Companies by Forbes, 2025


• Best Large Employers by Forbes, 2025

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Associate is responsible for building loads for deliveries. In addition, the Yard Person Benefits must maintain a safe, clean and well organized lumber yard, load and unload lumber and/or building supplies, and operate a forklift. Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos; write simple correspondence; effectively present information to others one-on-one

Must be able to periodically lift up to 80 pounds

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

84 Lumber Company is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. 84 Lumber Company is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact [e-mail].