Yard employee

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Herrman Lumber Company

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Bolivar, Missouri

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Support daily yard and warehouse operations by receiving, stocking, and loading commodity merchandise. Assist customers and drivers while maintaining a clean, safe environment and performing basic facility maintenance.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma or GED and experience operating equipment such as power tools and forklifts. You are organized, safety-conscious, and capable of performing physical tasks in various weather conditions.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Forklift operation

Power tools

Tape measure

Job Description

Position Summary:
We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Yard Employee to support daily operations in our yard and warehouse. This role involves receiving and stocking materials, operating forklifts, loading delivery trucks, and assisting both customers and drivers. The ideal candidate is organized, safety-conscious, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, outdoor environment.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Receive and stock incoming commodity merchandise.

  • Manually gather materials for delivery orders with attention to accuracy.

  • Verify product quantities and load delivery trucks accurately and efficiently.

  • Assist customers with materials during pickups and drop-offs at the yard.

  • Safely operate forklifts and hand power tools.

  • Unload vendor trucks and check in products.

  • Assist with routine inventory cycle counts.

  • Occasionally accompany drivers and assist with deliveries.

  • Perform basic maintenance of trucks, buildings, and grounds.

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe yard and warehouse.

  • Assist with Truss Shop Fabrication Duties as needed. 
  • Perform other related tasks as assigned.


Important Skills and Competencies:

  • Strong organizational skills.

  • Ability to read measurements and effectively use a tape measure.

  • Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.


Education, Experience, and Training:

  • High school diploma or GED required.

  • Experience with equipment operation such as power tools and forklifts preferred.

  • Forklift certification is a plus (or willingness to become certified).


Physical Requirements:

  • Frequent standing, walking, and occasional stair climbing.

  • Occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and twisting.

  • Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

  • Work is performed indoors and outdoors with exposure to varying climate conditions.


Why Work With Us?

We're a great company to work for, offering a supportive team environment and opportunities to grow. We value safety, reliability, and a strong work ethic - and we take care of our people.


Benefits We Offer:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • Life Insurance

  • 401(k) with Company Match

  • Short-Term Disability Insurance

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Paid Holidays
  • Aflac Supplemental Coverage

  • A Positive and Professional Work Culture

Pre-Employment Drug Screen - including marijuana

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Herrman Lumber Company

Founded in 1917, Herrman Lumber consists of 5 retail lumber yards based out of Springfield, MO. Locations include Springfield, Joplin, Sedalia, and Branson, in Missouri; and Parsons, Kansas. All yards carry a full line of items expected in retail lumber yards including, all building materials, paint, hardware, cabinets and millwork.
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