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The ideal candidate takes pride in accuracy, works efficiently in a fast-paced environment, and is committed to maintaining the highest safety standards.\nAs a Load Builder, you play a critical role in ensuring customers receive the right materials in a safe and timely manner by building balanced, secure loads and supporting daily yard operations.\nKey Responsibilities\nLoad and unload building materials from trucks, pallets, and customer vehicles safely and efficiently.\nBuild customer delivery loads by determining the appropriate weight distribution, product placement, and load configuration to ensure safe transportation.\nSecure loads with strapping, bracing, padding, or other materials to prevent shifting or damage during transit.\nReview work orders and customer requests to identify materials that need to be moved, staged, or loaded.\nTransport materials throughout the yard or facility using forklifts, hand trucks, electric dollies, or other material-handling equipment.\nOpen containers, units, slings, and loads using appropriate hand tools and equipment.\nLabel, tag, or mark materials to ensure accurate identification and inventory control.\nMaintain an organized, clean, and safe work environment.\nFollow all company safety policies, procedures, and best practices to protect team members and customers.\nParticipate in safety meetings and training programs as required.\nRecommend improvements to safety procedures and operational efficiency when appropriate.\nQualifications\nMinimum Requirements\nHigh school diploma or GED preferred.\nMinimum of three (3) months of experience in a lumber yard, warehouse, manufacturing, distribution, or similar environment preferred.\nForklift certification required or the ability to obtain certification as required by company policy.\nAbility to read and interpret work orders, shipping documents, and material labels.\nStrong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.\nAbility to work independently and as part of a team.\nStrong commitment to workplace safety and safe material-handling practices.\nPhysical Requirements\nFrequently lift and carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds.\nOccasionally lift and carry materials weighing up to 80 pounds.\nAbility to stand, walk, bend, lift, reach, push, pull, climb, and kneel throughout the workday.\nAbility to safely operate material-handling equipment and tools.\nCapable of working in a physically demanding environment while maintaining productivity and safety standards.\nWork Environment\nWork is performed primarily in a lumber yard, warehouse, or production environment.\nRegular exposure to varying weather conditions and temperature fluctuations.\nFrequent exposure to moving equipment, mechanical parts, dust, and noise.\nMay work around industrial machinery and other equipment requiring adherence to strict safety protocols.\nPersonal protective equipment (PPE) may be required based on job duties and work location.\nWhy Join Our Team?\nAt our company, you'll be part of a hardworking team dedicated to delivering quality products and exceptional service. 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