Yard Laborer

Reports to:

Yard Supervisor

Objective:

A Yard Laborer is a highly motivated individual whom consistently provides our customers with the highest level of service possible. S/he utilizes and coordinates his/her time efficiently and ensures prompt and accurate completion of tasks.

Job Specifications, Standards and Requirements:

• Has fundamental knowledge of material and products
• Possesses basic math skills in order to minimize the chances of inaccuracies when loading customer orders and receiving material
• Is organized and able to multi task
• Has a flexible work schedule and respects the need for sporadic over time
• Respects and takes proper care of material and equipment
• Communicates effectively with others, including customers and coworkers
• Maintains a professional image

Broad Responsibilities:

• Efficiently load customer orders and assist in loading delivery trucks
• Engage in appropriate yard maintenance including, shoveling, cutting the lawn, filling in pot holes, cleaning up misc. items in the yard, etc.
• Ensure that lumber is always neatly piled and properly tarped
• Perform general renovation work and building maintenance
• Operate forklift to unload and load trucks when appropriate
• Receive and properly store merchandise received from distributors after verifying the shipment against the invoice and having reported any discrepancies to the supervisor
• Maintain clean and safe working environment
• Ensure completion of any other miscellaneous tasks as required