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Hayward Lumber

Outside Sales Lumber

Redwood City, CA

$150K/yr

Join a wonderful industry where you help families build their dream home. Hayward provides training ... Hayward Lumber provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life ...

Hayward Lumber

Outside Sales Lumber

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$150K/yr

Join a wonderful industry where you help families build their dream home. Hayward provides training ... Hayward Lumber provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life ...

Hayward Lumber

Outside Sales Lumber

Santa Barbara, CA · On-site

$150K/yr

Join a wonderful industry where you help families build their dream home. Hayward provides training ... Hayward Lumber provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life ...

Hayward Lumber

Outside Sales Lumber

Campbell, CA · On-site

$150K/yr

Join a wonderful industry where you help families build their dream home. Hayward provides training ... Hayward Lumber provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life ...

Hayward Lumber

Outside Sales Lumber

Santa Barbara, CA · On-site

$150K/yr

Join a wonderful industry where you help families build their dream home. Hayward provides training ... Hayward Lumber provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life ...

Hayward Lumber

Outside Sales Lumber

Campbell, CA · On-site

$150K/yr

Join a wonderful industry where you help families build their dream home. Hayward provides training ... Hayward Lumber provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life ...

Hayward Lumber

Outside Sales Lumber

Salinas, CA · On-site

$150K/yr

Join a wonderful industry where you help families build their dream home. Hayward provides training ... Hayward Lumber provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life ...

Hayward Lumber

Outside Sales Lumber

Pacific Grove, CA · On-site

$150K/yr

Join a wonderful industry where you help families build their dream home. Hayward provides training ... Hayward Lumber provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life ...

Hayward Lumber

Outside Sales Lumber

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$150K/yr

Join a wonderful industry where you help families build their dream home. Hayward provides training ... Hayward Lumber provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life ...

Hayward Lumber

Outside Sales Lumber

Salinas, CA

$150K/yr

Join a wonderful industry where you help families build their dream home. Hayward provides training ... Hayward Lumber provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life ...

Self Serve Lumber

Be Seen First

Front Counter Associate

Pigeon, MI · On-site

$14/hr

Self Serve Lumber has been in the lumber industry since 1953 and is now in its fourth generation of being a family run business. We are the convenient, local alternative to the big box home stores ...

Brownlee Lumber Company

Production Worker

Du Bois, PA · On-site

$48K - $52K/yr

Production Worker Brookville, PA Brownlee Lumber, Inc. is a world-renowned provider of premium quality hardwood products. As a leader in the industry, we take pride in our sustainable practices ...

Self Serve Lumber

Be Seen First

Front Counter Associate

Bad Axe, MI · On-site

$14/hr

Self Serve Lumber has been in the lumber industry since 1953 and is now in its fourth generation of being a family run business. We are the convenient, local alternative to the big box home stores ...

Self Serve Lumber

Be Seen First

Front Counter Associate

Sandusky, MI · On-site

$14/hr

Self Serve Lumber has been in the lumber industry since 1953 and is now in its fourth generation of being a family run business. We are the convenient, local alternative to the big box home stores ...

Baillie Lumber Co.

Log Cleaner - Sawmill

Smyrna, NY · On-site

$15 - $16/hr

The Baillie Group is a leader in the hardwood lumber industry with operations across North America. Since 1923, we have built our reputation on quality, service, and innovation. Our Smyrna, NY ...

Brownlee Lumber Company

Production Worker

Du Bois, PA

$48K - $52K/yr

Production Worker Brookville, PA Brownlee Lumber, Inc. is a world-renowned provider of premium quality hardwood products. As a leader in the industry, we take pride in our sustainable practices ...

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What is a lumber industry job?

A Lumber Industry job involves the harvesting, processing, and distribution of wood products. Roles can range from logging and sawmill operations to quality control, machine operation, and sales. Workers may specialize in areas like forestry management, milling, or carpentry. These jobs require physical labor, technical skills, and an understanding of safety protocols. The industry plays a crucial role in providing raw materials for construction, furniture, and paper products.

What are the typical work environments and team structures for jobs in the lumber industry?

Jobs in the lumber industry can be found in various environments, including forests, sawmills, and wood product manufacturing facilities. Team structures are often collaborative, with workers frequently coordinating among loggers, machine operators, quality control personnel, and supervisors to ensure safe and efficient operations. Depending on your role, you may spend much of your day outdoors managing tree harvesting, operating heavy equipment, or indoors overseeing machinery and product quality. The lumber industry values teamwork and clear communication, as most daily tasks require close cooperation and adherence to safety standards. This environment offers opportunities to build specialized skills and advance into supervisory or technical positions as you gain experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a lumber industry position, and why are they important?

To thrive in the lumber industry, you need a solid understanding of forestry management, equipment operation, safety protocols, and manufacturing processes, often supported by relevant experience or vocational training. Familiarity with chainsaws, sawmill machinery, grading systems, and safety certifications such as OSHA or first aid is usually necessary. Strong teamwork, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills set top performers apart. These capabilities ensure safe, efficient production and the ability to adapt to the fast-paced, physically demanding nature of the lumber sector.

How to become a lumber industry worker?

To become a lumber industry worker, typically, you need a high school diploma or equivalent and may undergo on-the-job training or apprenticeships. Skills in operating machinery, physical stamina, and safety awareness are important, and some positions may require certifications such as forklift or equipment operation licenses.
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Infographic showing various Lumber Industry job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution.

Outside Sales Lumber

Hayward Lumber

Redwood City, CA

$150K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Title: Outside Sales Representative - Lumber
Classification: Draw + Commission
Pay Range: $50k - 150k
Location: Redwood City, CA
Reports To: Area Sales Manager
About the Company:
For 100 years and four generations of Hayward family leadership, Hayward Lumber has been committed to meeting and exceeding the needs of builders. Beyond full-service lumberyards, we offer window, door and cabinet design centers, pro-oriented hardware stores, and innovative building solutions designed to save time and money. Join a wonderful industry where you help families build their dream home.  Hayward provides training, education and mentorship to help you be successful and have the career you always wanted. LBM journal found that 70% of Outside Salespeople in our industry earn $50,000 to $100,000 per year in cash compensation a year. Hayward Lumber provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, and paid time off including vacation, holiday, and sick leave. Learn more at www.haywardlumber.com
Mission:
Hayward is to be the most dependable supplier of products, services and solutions to the construction market, as it has been since 1919.

Position Summary:

This position focuses on building and maintaining customer relationships to drive sales of lumber and building materials. Key responsibilities include identifying and developing new business opportunities, preparing quotes and proposals, and providing expert advice on materials, pricing, and applications. The role involves frequent customer site visits, tracking project progress, and ensuring timely delivery of products. Success in this position requires strong knowledge of the lumber industry, building processes, and local codes, along with excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills. Candidates should be motivated, customer-focused, and adept at managing multiple projects while achieving sales targets.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop relationships with existing and potential customers through personal and phone contact, ensuring completion of plan take-offs, bids and quotes, answering questions and solving problems
  • Proactively manage and maintain accurate sales team quote pipeline and order pipeline in BisTrack.
  • Prepares and presents accurate sales proposals and quotes to prospective or current customers
  • Maximizes the number of sales for existing market areas
  • Provide customers with knowledgeable, courteous, and prompt service at all times.
  • Research and provide accurate information to customers regarding proper materials and prices as well as technical information regarding application and specifications
  • Performs job-site visits to ensure delivery and timely completion
  • Ensures all projects generate appropriate profit margins to justify sales
  • Coordinates all deliveries and credit pick-ups with yard dispatcher
  • Attends activities and functions as a representative of company
  • Develops process to track progress of customer's projects and monitor's progress

Requirements

  • 1 - 2 years' experience in sales, new construction and/or commercial projects is preferred
  • Some knowledge of building materials, building process, and local building codes
  • Excellent knowledge of MS Office
  • Highly motivated and target driven with a proven track record in sales
  • Excellent selling, communication and negotiation skills
  • Prioritizing, time management and organizational skills
  • Ability to create and deliver presentations tailored to the audience needs
  • Relationship management skills and openness to feedback

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life insurance
  • 401K
  • Paid time off including vacation, holiday, and sick leave.
  • No weekends

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