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Mead Lumber

Lumber Yard Load Builder

Shawnee, KS · On-site

$20 - $26/hr

Mead Lumber Company is a leading provider of products for professional contractors, builders, and remodelers. With 50+ operating locations across nine Midwestern states, we are proud to be 100 ...

Mead Lumber

Lumber Yard Load Builder

Shawnee, KS · On-site

Mead Lumber Company is a leading provider of products for professional contractors, builders, and remodelers. With 50+ operating locations across nine Midwestern states, we are proud to be 100 ...

Eldredge Lumber & Hardware, Inc.

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Lumber Yard | Load Builder

Portland, ME · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Previous experience in a lumber yard, warehouse, or similar environment is preferred * Ability to operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment (training provided if necessary) * Strong ...

The Lumber Manufactory

Lumber Grader

New Albany, MS · On-site

The opportunity to help build something from the ground up in an essential, evolving industry Join our team as we modernize timber from forest to finished product. The Lumber Manufactory is an equal ...

JM Hunter Group

Lumber Trader

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Lumber Trader We are looking for a driven and self-motivated Lumber Trader to join our team. This ... Build and maintain relationships with manufacturers and suppliers * Collaborate with sales team to ...

Northwest Hardwoods

Lumber Handler

Loudonville, OH · On-site

Lumber Handler I Loudonville, Ohio Background: Northwest Hardwoods is the premier Hardwood Lumber ... Participate in job rotation and cross-training in other production-related jobs to build other ...

84 Lumber

Load Builder

Rochester, NY · On-site

$18/hr

Job Opportunity at 84 Lumber Salary: $18.00 hourly Are you ready to build a rewarding and lifelong career? Do you thrive in a team environment that challenges you to be your best? Join 84 Lumber, a ...

84 Lumber

Load Builder

Orchard Park, NY · On-site

$18/hr

Job Opportunity at 84 Lumber Salary: $18.00 hourly Are you ready to build a rewarding and lifelong career? Do you thrive in a team environment that challenges you to be your best? Join 84 Lumber, a ...

84 Lumber Company

Builder 2

Mars, PA · On-site

Join 84 Lumber, a family-owned company founded on growth, stability, and the mindset that "nothing ... build loads for deliveries while maintaining a safe, clean and well-organized warehouse. Duties ...

84 Lumber Company

Builder 2

Mars, PA · On-site

WHO IS 84? 84 Lumber is the nation's largest privately held supplier of building materials ... build loads for deliveries while maintaining a safe, clean and well-organized warehouse. Duties ...

84 Lumber Company

Load Builder

Orchard Park, NY · On-site

$18/hr

Join 84 Lumber, a family-owned company founded on growth, stability, and the mindset that "nothing ... Responsibilities * Build loads for delivery * Load and unload lumber and building supplies

Jones Capital

Lumber Trader

Hattiesburg, MS · On-site

Our team members are empowered to make decisions, encouraged to share ideas, and trusted to build ... Source lumber products that meet client specifications for grade, species, volume, and delivery ...

84 Lumber Company

Load Builder

Rochester, NY · On-site

$18/hr

Join 84 Lumber, a family-owned company founded on growth, stability, and the mindset that "nothing ... Responsibilities * Build loads for delivery * Load and unload lumber and building supplies

84 Lumber Company

Load Builder

Rochester, NY · On-site

$18/hr

WHO IS 84? 84 Lumber is the nation's largest privately held supplier of building materials ... Responsibilities * Build loads for delivery * Load and unload lumber and building supplies

84 Lumber Company

Load Builder

Orchard Park, NY · On-site

$18/hr

WHO IS 84? 84 Lumber is the nation's largest privately held supplier of building materials ... Responsibilities * Build loads for delivery * Load and unload lumber and building supplies

84 Lumber

Load Builder

East Syracuse, NY · On-site

$18/hr

WHO IS 84? 84 Lumber is the nation's largest privately held supplier of building materials ... At 84 Lumber, we promote nearly 100% from within, creating a unique environment where you can build ...

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Lumber Yard Load Builder

Shawnee, KS • On-site

Mead Lumber
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$20 - $26/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Mead Lumber rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

9th of 51 rated home improvement retailers

Job description

Company Overview: Mead Lumber Company is a leading provider of products for professional contractors, builders, and remodelers. With 50+ operating locations across nine Midwestern states, we are proud to be 100% employee-owned and ranked as the 12th largest building material supplier to professional builders in the U.S. At Mead Lumber, we strive to create a team that works and succeeds together every day in an authentic, team-oriented setting.

Why Join Us?
  • Employee Ownership: As a 100% employee-owned company, you will have a stake in our shared success.
  • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible scheduling options that support your lifestyle.
  • Career Growth: We are committed to your professional development, providing ongoing learning and advancement opportunities.
Job Summary: The Load Builder is primarily responsible for safely and efficiently loading and unloading lumber and building material deliveries, operating forklifts and other yard equipment, and assisting customers in the lumber yard. This position ensures materials are accurately pulled, staged, and loaded for customer orders and deliveries while maintaining a safe, organized, and clean yard.
 
Key Responsibilities:
  • Stage loads for delivery or will call (accurately pull correct products from picking ticket).
  • Load and unload trucks as needed.
  • Operate a forklift in a safe and proper manner, according to company procedures/protocols.
  • Follow all safety procedures, ensuring all staff adhere to them as well.
  • Put away products in proper bin locations.
  • Help customers in the yard as needed.
  • Work well with others.
  • Build lumber packs in a timely and accurate manner. 
      Desired Skills, Knowledge, and Qualifications:
      • Ability to analyze technical problems, determine root causes, and develop remediation strategies for permanent resolutions. 
      • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
      • Available for occasional overtime.
      • Must be able to lift 60 lbs. and stand or walk for extended periods (8–10 hours per day).
      • Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information.
      • Ability to perform basic math skills.
      • Ability to follow directions, take initiative, and be coachable.
      • Honest, dependable, punctual, and demonstrates a high level of integrity.
      • Strong organizational, customer service, and teamwork skills with a positive attitude.
      • Maintain a strong focus on customer satisfaction while completing daily tasks.
      • Forklift and load-building skills are not required but are preferred. Preference will be given to candidates with those skills.

      Once eligible, you will participate in our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), a unique benefit that can provide a financial source for your future/retirement that very few companies offer.  We also offer our employees competitive pay as well as the benefits listed below:

      Additional Benefits Include:
      • Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
      • 100% Employer Paid Group Term Life, AD&D, and STD
      • Additional Voluntary Life, AD&D, and LTD
      • Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
      • Flexible Spending Accounts
      • 401(k) Plan
      • Scholarship & Tuition Assistance Programs
      • Employee Assistance Program

        Equal Employment Opportunity: Mead Lumber Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, age, pregnancy, marital status, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, or any other protected basis prohibited by law.

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