Lumber Yard Associate - St Cloud East Yard

Why work for us:

• Medical


• Dental


• Vision


• Employer paid short-term and Long-term Disability and Life Insurance with Buy-up option


• 401k Company Match


• Holiday and PTO


• Employee Assistance Program


• Employee development and growth opportunities


• Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture


• local autonomy


• community service

Overview:
We are seeking a reliable Yard Associate to support daily yard operations by assisting customers, pulling orders, and safely loading and unloading materials. This role plays a key part in providing excellent service while maintaining an organized and safe yard environment.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Assist customers with orders and returns while providing exceptional customer service

  
  


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  Pull and stage orders accurately by item type, style, and quantity

  
  


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  Operate forklift to load/unload trucks and rail cars; verify counts and inspect for damage

  
  


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  Assist drivers with loading and unloading materials, ensuring loads are safely secured for delivery

  
  


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  Restock inventory and return materials to proper locations

  
  


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  Complete required paperwork (orders filled, materials received, forklift inspections)

  
  


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  Maintain a clean, organized yard and follow all safety procedures

  
  


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  Assist with snow removal and ice control during winter months

  
  


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  Perform other duties as assigned

  
  

Qualifications:

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  High school diploma or GED

  
  


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  6+ months forklift experience preferred

  
  


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  6+ months experience with building materials (construction, retail, or sales) preferred

  
  


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  Basic math, communication, and computer skills (MS Office/basic systems)

  
  


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  Knowledge of safe lifting techniques

  
  

Physical Requirements:

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  Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 75 lbs

  
  


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  Ability to work with others to lift items over 75 lbs

  
  


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  Frequent walking, climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, and reaching

  
  


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  Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

  
  

If you're dependable, safety-focused, and enjoy working outdoors in a team environment, we encourage you to apply.