Posted 4d ago

Lumber Yard Associate - St Cloud East Yard

@ Simonson Lumber
St. Cloud, Minnesota, United States
$20-$24/hrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Assist customers, Pull orders, Operate forklift
Requirements Summary:High school diploma or GED; forklift experience; experience with building materials; basic math, communication, and computer skills; knowledge of safe lifting techniques.
Technical Tools Mentioned:MS Office, Basic systems, Forklift (experience)
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Job Description

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:

  • Assist customers with orders and returns while providing exceptional customer service

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

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

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

  • Restock inventory and return materials to proper locations

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

  • Maintain a clean, organized yard and follow all safety procedures

  • Assist with snow removal and ice control during winter months

  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED

  • 6+ months forklift experience preferred

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

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

  • Knowledge of safe lifting techniques

Physical Requirements:

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

  • Ability to work with others to lift items over 75 lbs

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

  • 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.


$20-$24 per hour, Health Insurance, Vision Insurance, Dental Insurance, LTD, STD, Company Paid Life Insurance, 401(k) matching, Paid Time Off, Employee Discount