Yard Specialist

Kighthomecenter; Ypsilanti (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision (single &_f

Short and Long-Term Disability

Company-paid life insurance and AD&amp

Supplemental life insurance

Company-match 401(k)

Vacation time and paid holidays

Vendor incentives

Room for growth; we promote fromwithin

Military encouraged to apply

Job summary

Carter Lumber is seeking individuals to join its yard team in a role that supports contractors and do-it-yourselfers. You will assist with selecting and loading orders, pull and stage materials for pickup or delivery, and help maintain inventory in the yard with forklift operations.

This is a full-time opportunity offering training and growth in a hands-on environment. Ideal candidates have customer service experience, a friendly personality, and the ability to work outdoors in all conditions.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience required.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Friendly, team-oriented personality.
• Familiarity with building materials is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assist contractors and DIYers with selection and loading of their order.
• Pull and stage materials for pickup and/or delivery.
• Maintain yard inventory with cycle counts.
• Keep the yard organized and clean.

Skills

Customer service experience

Friendly personality

Familiarity with building materials

Team player

Outdoor work in all conditions

Tools

Forklift operation

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

• 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!