Job Description
We are Builders FirstSource, America’s largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market
You’ll feel proud of the work you do here every day to transform the future of home building and help make the dream of home ownership more achievable
At BFS, we believe building a successful career is not solely defined by a degree
Your experience, skills, and passion are just as important, if not more so
As such, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and experience levels
Directs the activities of yard personnel in order to ensure good customer service and safe and efficient movement of goods and equipment on the premises
Do: Manages yard staff and directs workers in loading, unloading and movement of materials on the premises utilizing material handling equipment and machinery; oversees receiving of yard materials and instructs yard workers in receiving and storage procedures
Ensures that employees receive proper training and certification, if necessary, to operate equipment and machinery used in yard; ensures that equipment is serviced on schedule and maintained effectively
Inspects loading operations for outgoing delivery to ensure compliance with shipping specifications, load limits and safety regulations; prepares and reconciles bills of lading and packing slips
Provides on-the-job training to outside or new yard employees including product knowledge of items stored in yard and warehouse; housekeeping and safety procedures
On occasion, will perform the same duties as other yard personnel
Ensures that outside areas kept neat and clean and scraps and yard debris are appropriately recycled or disposed; reports safety hazards and handles remedial action
Assists customers in loading and load building; provides delivery status information, inventory availability and answers related questions
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
Leads and directs employees including assigning, monitoring and reviewing work progress and accuracy, providing guidance, addressing escalated issues and training less experienced team members
May provide input on the performance of assigned employees to management
Supervisory
: Supervises assigned employees including assigning, monitoring and reviewing work progress and accuracy, providing guidance, addressing escalated issues and training less experienced team members
May provide input on the performance of assigned employees to management
Minimum
: High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and five (5) years yard operations experience; or equivalent education and experience
Work Environment / Physical Activity: Work is performed primarily in an outdoor yard environment, subject to variations in temperature and weather, equipment noise and dust
Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds
May be required to perform specific tasks that involve climbing, lifting, pushing or kneeling
Successful, innovative, and fulfilling careers are built here, and your professional development is a high priority
We invest in your future through the latest training, tools, and technologies
Highly collaborative, we work together to solve problems and find better ways to continually grow our business and careers every day
You’ll be empowered to try new things, gain new experiences, and build a career with unlimited horizons
The scale and depth of resources that being the #1 building materials distributor in the nation provides a variety of opportunities for you to explore – all in a friendly, people-first environment
Join us to be more, do more, and build more, together at BFS
At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable
designed to make life better for you and the people you love
Our goal is simple — provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives
To view all our benefit offerings click here www.bldrbenefits.com
Builders FirstSource is an
/Affirmative Action Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Builders FirstSource, please call (214) 765-3990 or email: [email protected]
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Please note that due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual inquiries about the status of your application.