Largest U.S. supplier of structural building products, components and services to residential construction pros.
Loads/unloads materials, builds load packages, operates forklift in yard.
22 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Des Moines, IA
Onsite
Company Size
29,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Building Materials
Construction Services
Design
Engineering
Project Management
Supply Chain Management
Logistics
Manufacturing
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Infrastructure
Energy
Heavy Civil
Marine
Transport
Role
Description
load building
material transport
tagging
strapping
heavy lifting
training
May be required to perform specific tasks that involve climbing, lifting, pushing or kneeling.
Attaches identifying tags or labels to materials or marks information on cases, bales or other containers so as to provide for correct identification of items.
May provide training and/or guidance to less experienced Load Builders.
Lifts heavy objects by hand or with power hoist, and cleans work area, machines, and equipment to assist machine operators.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
Opens containers, units, slings and loads, using steel cutters, crowbar, claw-hammer or other hand tools.
Performs load-building, determining the appropriate weight, composition, and placement of load based on customer order and capacity of delivery vehicle to ensure load is balanced and safe for hauling.
Reads work order or follows oral instructions to determine materials to be moved or loaded.
Conveys materials to or from storage to designated area using hand truck, electric dolly, forklift or other device.
Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trucks or customer vehicles and installs strapping, bracing or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit.
Requirements
forklift certification
manual dexterity
safety procedures
hand tools
heavy lifting
vision ability
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Requires forklift operator certification
Ability to use simple hand tools
Ability to read and write to handle work orders and labeling tasks
Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds.
Manual dexterity
Understands and observes all safety procedures and practices in order to prevent injury to self or co-workers; attends periodic safety meetings as required; may recommend changes to improve safety procedures.
Knowledge of company products sufficient to take into account weight, shape and handling requirements
Knowledge of safety procedures while performing forklift driving and materials handling tasks
The employee is frequently required to walk and talk or hear.
Ability to count items and verify against prepared lists.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1998 Founded
Year of Establishment
The company was established in 1998, marking the beginning of its journey from a regional lumber supplier to a national leader in building materials.
2005 Public
Year of Going Public
The company went public in 2005, a significant milestone in its growth journey, especially after surviving the Great Recession.
~590 Locations
Nationwide Presence
The company operates approximately 590 locations across over 40 states, combining local insights with national reach.
$16 Billion Revenue
Annual Revenue
The company generates around $16 billion in annual revenue, driven by both materials and value-added products.
Survived the Great Recession, then expanded rapidly through acquisitions like ProBuild (2015) and merger with BMC (2021).
Projects range from single-family homes to light commercial builds, including off-site prefabricated trusses, panels, and millwork.
Invests in digital tools (e.g., MyBLDR.com via acquisition of Paradigm) and factory-built components to streamline homebuilding.
Maintains its own fleet of trucks and in-house installation services, offering one-stop solutions that most competitors lack.
Stands out for integrating over 60 acquisitions while keeping local teams, and executing major share buybacks alongside growth.
Culture + Values
Dedicated to meeting customer needs and providing high-quality products and services.
Operates with honesty, fairness, and transparency in all actions.
Committed to excellence and continuous improvement in all business areas.
Holds all members to high standards of performance and ethical conduct.
Collaborates to leverage strengths and achieve common goals.
Environment + Sustainability
2050 Net Zero
Carbon Neutrality Target
Aims to achieve net zero carbon emissions by a specific year, showing long-term commitment to climate action.
Commitment to reducing carbon footprint across operations and supply chain.
Focus on energy efficiency in manufacturing and distribution processes.
Sustainable product sourcing and eco-friendly materials usage.
Investing in renewable energy initiatives for company facilities.
Inclusion & Diversity
Goal to increase gender diversity within leadership roles.
Focused on creating an inclusive work environment where all employees feel respected and valued.
Developing programs aimed at increasing women in construction-related roles.
Tracking and reporting on gender and diversity metrics within the workforce.