Yard Worker Yard

Builders FirstSource; Hattiesburg, Philadelphia (MS, Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Yard Associate to join their team. In this dynamic role, you will operate a forklift to efficiently move products and materials within the yard while providing excellent customer service. Your responsibilities will include assisting customers with product loading, ensuring proper inventory levels, and maintaining a clean work environment. This position offers the chance to work outdoors and be part of a supportive team that values safety and efficiency. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for service and teamwork, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Six months experience in similar tasks or equivalent training.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers in locating and loading products.
• Move product/material throughout the yard and maintain inventory.
• Perform routine clean-up and other assigned duties.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Ability to Operate Forklift

Knowledge of Safety Procedures

Ability to Follow Instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Under direct supervision performs a variety of yard activities including operating a forklift to move product and material throughout the yard. Provides customer service to customers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assists customers in the location and loading of product.
2. Reviews materials loaded against invoice or requisition; completes and routes paperwork appropriately.
3. Moves product/material throughout the yard ensuring placement in correct areas.
4. Ensures product/material is well stocked of inventory at all times.
5. Performs routine clean-up of yard.
6. Other duties may be assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

1. High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED);
2. Six (6) months experience with performing these or similar tasks;
3. Or equivalent combination of training, education and experience.
4. Requires OSHA Forklift Certification.

COMPETENCIES

1. Ability to operate motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment.
2. Knowledge of safety procedures while performing tasks.
3. Strong customer service skills.
4. Knowledge of company products/inventory available at work location.
5. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
6. Ability to read and understand invoices and requisitions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

The work environment and physical activity described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Work is performed primarily in an outdoor yard environment, subject to variations in temperature and weather, equipment noise and dust.
2. Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds.
3. Must be able to physically operate forklift equipment (climb up and down into cab, twist torso for 360 degree visibility, use arms to operate controls).