Seasonal Yard Staff (Full-Time)

Description

A successful Yard Worker at Dunn Lumber is expected to learn and grow their ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities needed to uphold a safe, clean, accurate, and hospitable environment as material flows in and out of our yards. You will be a part of a highly skilled team that will utilize saws and forklifts to cut and move material, unload and check in material from vendor trucks, load walk-in customer vehicles, and build lumber packages for transfer to other Dunn Lumber locations or delivery to customer jobsites. A fully trained Yard Worker is capable of upholding The Legacy of Trust daily through; trusted advice, quality materials, and excellent service. This happens with the completion of all expected operational tasks, maintaining a clean and organized yard, and building trust with customers and co-workers by understanding their needs.  

 

Work Schedule

 

Unlike other retail organizations, Dunn employees get fixed and predictable schedules so they can plan their lives with confidence, enjoy work-life balance, and count on consistent hours each week.

 

This location is currently hiring for the following schedule(s):

 

Wednesday - Friday (6:40am - 6:05pm) & Saturday (7:40am - 5:05pm)

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Dunn Lumber takes pride in going the extra mile to help our customers and coworkers which means assisting different departments and team members outside of regular assigned duties through cross training. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:

 

• Safely loading customers with materials in an efficient and courteous fashion
• Maintain a knowledge of outside product codes for quick identification 
• Keep the yard clean so it can be a safe and welcoming environment for our customers
• Protect materials out in the yard from damage from the sun, wind, and rain
• Stock material in a neat and presentable fashion
• Make adjustments for lost or damaged material
• Check paperwork for accuracy, including customer receipts and packing slips
• Understand and observe all safety procedures and practices
• Conduct yourself each day in a manner consistent with Dunn Lumber’s core values
• Use Forklifts for various tasks
• Other duties as assigned

 

Previous Experience: Customer service experience is preferred.

 

Education, Certificates, or Licenses: This position has no prerequisite education, certificates, or licenses. Forklift and saw training and certification will be provided. Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

 

Technical/Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic competency with computers including the ability to enter login credential information, punch in and out for work, and operate a barcode scanner. This position also requires ability to perform basic math, such as counting, fractions, addition, subtraction, and multiplication. The ability to read a tape measure is preferred upon hire and required after training.

 

Supervisor Responsibility: This position has no supervisory responsibilities. 

 

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is subject to very heavy work. Exerting more than 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or more than 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or more than 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The employee is regularly required to stand and/or walk for long periods of time, and required to climb ladders, sit, stoop, kneel, squat, or crouch on occasion. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to hear moving vehicles and forklifts frequently is also required.

 

Work Environment: This job constantly operates in outdoor weather and in warehouse conditions with occasional entry to and from the retail stores. This environment includes forklifts, tractor-trailers, and customer vehicle traffic. The noise level is moderate to high. 

 

Summary

This role is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with their hands, being part of a close-knit team, and contributing to a company that values honesty, empathy, and integrity. We’re looking for individuals who take pride in doing things the right way and who find satisfaction in a job well done. You’ll have the chance to build your skills, grow alongside supportive teammates, and play an essential role in helping customers get what they need. If you're dependable, eager to learn, and ready to make a meaningful impact every day, we’d love to hear from you!

 

Our Company History

 

Since 1907, Dunn Lumber Company has strived to provide customers with best-in-class service and quality products. We are dedicated to building and maintaining long-term relationships through our core values of Honesty, Integrity, and Empathy. At Dunn Lumber, we care most about your character and how you'll fit in with our fantastic team. We believe it is important to keep Dunn Lumber a fun place to work and that starts with our employees.

 

The legacy of Dunn Lumber is one of quality, consistency, and trust. Our highest priority is to build that legacy. We believe that by extending trust, seeking relationships, and serving others, we can generate lasting success in our community.

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Please note: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Dunn Lumber Co., Inc. believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. This position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but not limit our employees nor the organization to just the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the company. 

Family-owned retailer of lumber, hardware, and building materials.