Lumber Yard Associate - Full Time

Are you passionate about helping customers with their building and home improvement projects? We are looking for a Lumber Yard Associate to join our team! This role is essential in delivering the Aubuchon difference—providing excellent customer service, ensuring accurate material handling, and helping customers and contractors complete their projects successfully. If you enjoy working outdoors, operating equipment, and being part of a hands-on team environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

• Provide exceptional customer service by assisting customers with lumber, building materials, and project needs.
• Help customers locate and select the appropriate materials while providing knowledgeable recommendations.
• Gather materials accurately to build customer orders and delivery loads.
• Load building supplies and materials onto delivery trucks safely and efficiently.
• Assist truck drivers with loading and unloading materials.
• Unload incoming transport trucks and properly store products within the yard.
• Operate forklifts and powered material handling equipment safely after completing required training and certification.
• Maintain knowledge of lumber types, sizes, grades, and other yard products to better assist customers.
• Ensure proper loading, unloading, stacking, and storage of lumber and related materials to prevent product damage.
• Maintain accurate inventory by assisting with cycle counts, stocking, and communicating inventory needs.
• Keep the lumber yard clean, organized, and safe while maintaining a professional appearance.
• Follow proper material handling techniques and company procedures to protect inventory and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Understand and follow operating procedures, equipment manuals, product labels, and safety requirements.
• Maintain awareness of safety practices and immediately report hazards or unsafe conditions to leadership.
• Assist with deliveries and customer pickups as needed.
• Work collaboratively with store and yard teams to ensure orders are completed accurately and efficiently.
• Follow all company policies, safety regulations, and Aubuchon’s Core Values.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Yard Manager or Leader on Duty.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior lumber yard, hardware, retail, construction, or building materials experience highly desirable.
• Knowledge of lumber types, sizes, grades, and building materials preferred.
• Forklift certification or prior experience operating forklifts preferred; willingness to complete forklift certification required.
• Basic computer skills for inventory and operational tasks.
• Strong customer service and communication skills with a team-oriented approach.
• Ability to safely operate equipment and follow safety procedures.Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive, professional, and approachable demeanor.
• Flexibility to work business needs, including Saturdays as scheduled.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including exposure to dust and noise.
• Must be able to lift and move heavy materials up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, push, pull, and reach throughout shifts.
• Must be comfortable working in an animal-friendly environment (accommodations available upon request).

• 401(k) with Match Program – Available Day 1
• PTO Awards starting at 80 hours and increases with seniority
• 4 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance
• Company Funded – HSA/HRA Program
• Short Term Disability
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Wellness Program – Earn $300 annually
• Team Member Assistance Program and Fund
• Discounted Pet Health Insurance
• Gym Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Training and Growth Opportunities
• Team Member Discounts at all locations
• Company Discount Program for Tickets, Electronics, Vacations, and more!
• Pay ranging from $13.00 to $15.00 per hour