Position Purpose

The Yard Associate for Heritage Family of Companies is responsible for supporting daily yard and warehouse operations, including material receiving, stocking, and organization, while adhering to safety standards and providing excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities

Move, stock, and organize products in the yard and warehouse to keep inventory accurate and easy to find.
Load and unload materials from customer and company vehicles safely and efficiently.
Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment while following all safety rules.
Keep the yard and warehouse clean, organized, and free of hazards to ensure a safe and efficient workspace.
Must follow all safety guidelines, including wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) and using proper lifting techniques.
Check and verify orders, complete shipping and receiving paperwork, and work with team members to meet delivery deadlines.
Assist with other warehouse or yard tasks as needed.

Direct Manager/Direct Reports

Reports to the Branch Manager or a member of the Regional Leadership Team.

Direct reports: None

Travel Requirements

Minimal to none required, travel to different job sites might be needed based on the location.

Physical Requirements

Ability and to lift and handle freight/materials up to 75 pounds continuously throughout the workday.
Ability to move heavy products in busy warehouses and/or outdoor yards, using equipment such as forklifts or pallet jacks, and involves active physical work.

Working Conditions

Work performed in an outdoor setting/warehouse environment in conditions like noise, hot or cold temperatures
Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) will be required.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years old.
Ability to lift and handle freight/materials up to 75 pounds throughout the workday.
Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate effectively in English to perform the essential job functions. Bilingual proficiency in Spanish may be required based on location‑specific business needs.

Preferred Qualifications

Forklift experience or certification preferred (training and certification can be obtained after hire through company training).
Experience operating skid steer and/or front-end loader.
Prior experience in hands-on, outdoor/indoor yard/warehouse, operational work or similar environment.

Minimum Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Education

None

Minimum Experience

None required, though relevant experience in a similar role is preferred.

Certifications

Forklift experience or certification preferred (training and certification can be obtained after hire through company training).

Competencies

Safety First Mindset
Teamwork and Collaboration
Customer Service
Dependability
Attention to Detail

The base salary for this position typically falls within the range of $19.00 to $22.88 per hour. Starting wage may vary based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, the position being offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. SRS Distribution offers additional competitive and non-financial benefits. Hourly associates may be eligible for overtime based on business needs. Depending on the role, associates may also be eligible for performance-based bonus programs, commissions, car allowance or automobile and fuel program, and reimbursement for travel expenses in accordance with company travel policy.

Job Location: Above Structure 1 - Chicago

2901 W Ferdinand St Chicago, IL 60612

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As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws.

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position, please contact Human Resources at US: 855.556.3221, or by email to: HR@Help.SRSDistribution.com with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply.

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.

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Competitive weekly/bi-weekly pay, discretionary bonuses, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, volunteer, holidays, birthday, floating), medical/dental/vision, flexible spending accounts, company-paid life and short-term disability, plus optional long-term disability, and additional life insurance. All benefits subject to eligibility.

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Should a Candidate be submitted to fill a position by a recruiting or staffing services agency (“Agency”), the Company has no obligation to pay the Agency any fee for submission, offer, placement or any service without a fully executed contract of service covering the engagement.

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