Yard Specialist

Kighthomecenter; Cortland (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Carter Lumber in Cortland, Ohio, is seeking team members to assist contractors and do-it-yourselfers with their orders. The role requires maintaining an organized yard and handling materials.

Applicants should have a friendly personality, customer service experience, and be ready to work outdoors in all conditions. Full-time employees enjoy benefits such as health insurance and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Must have a driver's license.
• Experience in customer service preferred.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist contractors and DIYers with order selection and loading.
• Maintain inventory in the Yard through cycle counts.
• Keep the Yard organized and clean.

Skills

Customer service experience

Friendly personality

Ability to work outside

Team player

Familiarity with building materials

Job description

If you enjoy working with a team, outdoors, and with your hands, then this is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door of a booming industry! We’re looking for people who don’t shy away from hard work and who are dedicated to what they do. There’s no better time than now to join this industry and there’s no better company than Carter Lumber!

Our Story

Carter Lumber was founded in 1932 by W.E. Carter. For 90 years, we have strengthened our company by staying true to our values, which include honesty, hard work, and putting people first. What started as a single lumberyard in Akron, Ohio, is represented today by seven brands servicing professional builders and homeowners across thirteen states with more than 160 locations. Despite our growth, we are still a family‑owned company. Our core values and our people‑first culture remain the same.

Description

You will assist contractors and do‑it‑yourselfers with the selection and loading of their order, pull and stage materials to be picked up and/or delivered, help maintain the inventory in the Yard by conducting cycle counts, and keep the Yard organized and clean. Equipment used includes a forklift and if you haven’t operated one previously, we will train you and help you attain certification.

Requirements

• Must obtain a Driver's License
• Customer service experience
• Friendly personality
• Familiarity with building materials is helpful
• Ability to be a team player
• Ability to work outside in all conditions

Benefits (full‑time employees)

• Health, Dental, Vision (Single and Family Plans) available after 30 days of employment
• Short and Long‑Term Disability
• Company‑paid life insurance and AD&D
• Optional supplemental life insurance
• Company‑match 401(k)
• Vacation time and paid holidays
• Vendor incentives
• Room for growth; we promote from within!
• Military encouraged to apply!