Lumber Yard Associate

Description

• Report any equipment and product deficiencies.
• Handle required tasks in the office and on-site as part of Lumber Yard operations.
• Assist in the creation of proposals for simple Request for Proposal offerings.
• Occasionally deliver small items in a pickup truck.
• Partner with Superintendents to ship material when needed.
• Collaborate with vendors to continually learn more and cultivate long term relationships.
• Assist the EBS team and coordinate with customers on submittals and purchase orders for upcoming jobs.
• Assist with various projects throughout the division as assigned by leaders.
• Read and interpret work orders (typed, handwritten, electronic).
• Continually develop and maintain relationships with client and vendor base and assist in maintaining contact and relationship records of those clients and vendors.
• Process sales and purchasing paperwork.
• Order in special order merchandise for upcoming jobs.
• Maintain the lumberyard, ensuring the yard is clear of obstructions and organized at all times.
• Occasionally unload freight pallets utilizing a forklift.
• Assist with routine cleaning of equipment and work area, this may include snow removal.
• Distribute and invoice material to jobs.
• Pull together store items for shipment.
• Check outgoing orders for accuracy.
• Assist in creating and maintaining a positive, rewarding work environment.
• Review vendor invoices against purchase orders.
• Receive and evaluate quotes for applicable scopes and alignment with bid documents.

Requirements

• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Regular and consistent attendance.
• Ability to work well with diverse groups or individuals.
• High level of attention to detail and cost analysis.
• Clean driving record.
• Networking ability and demonstrated ability to establish and build client relationships.
• Above average ability to read & interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Proficient use of computer and estimating software.
• Must communicate well (written, verbal, and electronically) with clients, all levels of company staff, subcontracted vendors, and design professionals.
• Proven working experience in a lumber yard or the construction industry.
• Ability to work autonomously.
• Exceptional knowledge of building products, construction details and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance