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Beeson Hardware Company

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Lumber Yard Worker

Greensboro, NC · On-site

The lumber yard worker will build delivery loads for job-site deliver as directed by Dispatcher while adhering to all OSHA regulations. Lumber yard worker Responsibilities * Greet every customer with ...

Stewart lumber

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Lumber Yard Help

Seattle, WA · On-site

$24 - $26/hr

Load and unload lumber and building materials * Pull, stage, and organize customer orders * Assist customers with loading materials safely * Operate forklifts and other yard equipment as trained

Openwork, LLC

Lumber Yard Worker

Austin, TX

$16 - $18/hr

The primary function will involve operating a sit-down forklift to load, unload, transport, and organize inventory. As a lumber yard worker you'll be responsible for: * Operate a sit-down forklift to ...

Buchheit Inc

Lumber Yard Foreman - Full Time

Sparta, IL · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

The Lumber Yard Foreman is responsible for day-to-day operations of the lumber yard including ... Load merchandise on to store delivery trucks for delivery or transfer * Assist with unloading ...

Bolster Hardware

Lumber Yard Worker

Albany, KY · On-site

Lumber Yard Worker is responsible for providing excellent customer service, safely and efficiently load customer vehicles. They will be responsible for yard cleanliness and stocking inventory. When ...

Buchheit

Yard Loader PT

Perryville, MO · On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

The Lumber Yard worker is responsible for sorting and racking lumber according to grade markings ... Load merchandise on to store delivery trucks for delivery or transfer * Assist with unloading ...

Bolster Hardware

Lumber Yard Worker

Baxter, TN

Lumber Yard Worker is responsible for providing excellent customer service, safely and efficiently load customer vehicles. They will be responsible for yard cleanliness and stocking inventory. When ...

Ace Hardware

Lumber Yard Worker

Cookeville, TN · On-site

Description: Lumber Yard Worker is responsible for providing excellent customer service, safely and efficiently load customer vehicles. They will be responsible for yard cleanliness and stocking ...

Ace Hardware

Lumber Yard Worker

Albany, KY · On-site

Description: Lumber Yard Worker is responsible for providing excellent customer service, safely and efficiently load customer vehicles. They will be responsible for yard cleanliness and stocking ...

Bolster Hardware

Lumber Yard Worker

Jamestown, TN · On-site

Lumber Yard Worker is responsible for providing excellent customer service, safely and efficiently load customer vehicles. They will be responsible for yard cleanliness and stocking inventory. When ...

Buchheit Inc

Yard Loader PT

Perryville, MO · On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

The Lumber Yard worker is responsible for sorting and racking lumber according to grade markings ... Load merchandise on to store delivery trucks for delivery or transfer * Assist with unloading ...

Ace Hardware

Lumber Yard Worker

Jamestown, TN · On-site

Description: Lumber Yard Worker is responsible for providing excellent customer service, safely and efficiently load customer vehicles. They will be responsible for yard cleanliness and stocking ...

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How much do lumber yard loader jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for lumber yard loader in the United States is $20.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a lumber yard loader?

Lumber yard loaders are workers responsible for loading, unloading, and organizing lumber and other building materials in a lumber yard or warehouse. They operate forklifts or other machinery to move heavy materials, assist customers with their orders, and ensure that the yard stays safe and organized. Lumber yard loaders play a crucial role in maintaining efficient operations and providing good customer service in construction supply businesses.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lumber yard loader?

To thrive as a Lumber Yard Loader, you need physical strength, basic math skills, and familiarity with lumber types, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Operation of forklifts and pallet jacks, along with knowledge of inventory tracking systems, is typically required, and OSHA forklift certification is often preferred. Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and good communication help ensure safety and efficient workflow. These skills are crucial for maintaining a safe workplace, minimizing errors, and ensuring timely delivery of materials.

What are some common challenges faced by lumber yard loaders, and how can they be managed effectively?

Lumber Yard Loaders often encounter challenges such as handling heavy materials safely, working in various weather conditions, and maintaining organization in a busy yard. Effective communication with team members and proper use of equipment like forklifts can help minimize risks and increase efficiency. Staying attentive to safety protocols and keeping the workspace orderly are key to managing the physical demands and pace of the role.

What is the difference between Lumber Yard Loader vs Forklift Operator?

AspectLumber Yard LoaderForklift Operator
Credentials/CertificationsTypically requires OSHA safety training, forklift certification often preferredRequires OSHA forklift certification, safety training
Work EnvironmentOutdoor lumber yards, warehouses, construction sitesWarehouses, manufacturing plants, construction sites
Job DutiesLoading/unloading lumber, moving materials within yardOperating forklifts to move pallets and materials
Industry UsageConstruction, lumber, building materialsLogistics, warehousing, manufacturing

Both roles involve material handling and require safety certifications. While Lumber Yard Loaders focus on loading and moving lumber in outdoor yards, Forklift Operators operate forklifts mainly indoors or in warehouses. The roles are similar in safety requirements and industry usage, but differ in specific tasks and work environments.

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Lumber Yard Worker

Beeson Hardware Company

Greensboro, NC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Lumber yard worker

Overview

Beeson Hardware & Lumber Company seeks efficient and customer-centered lumberyard professionals to serve as our yard representatives. We seek persons willing to provide our customer base with courteous actions supported by excellent attitudes. The Lumber yard worker works as part of a team to ensure all deliveries are accurate, complete, loaded correctly, and delivered to our customer’s job sites safely and in a timely manner. The lumber yard worker will build delivery loads for job-site deliver as directed by Dispatcher while adhering to all OSHA regulations.

Lumber yard worker Responsibilities

  • Greet every customer with a great attitude. Ability to engage and build professional relationships, provide exceptional customer service and put customer first.
  • Load Customer’s building material purchases safely, accurately, and professionally.
  • Ask customer if they have proper means to secure their materials, inform them that flags are available if needed, and help them leave the yard satisfied.
  • Build delivery packs for our trucks, load packs on trucks, and assist driver with securing pack on truck.
  • Processes customer returns safely, accurately, and professionally.
  • Maintain yard, product, and work areas in neat clean and safe condition.
  • Obtain and maintain fundamental product knowledge and location throughout the yard.
  • Must have understanding of basic operational and safety standards, and ability comply with Company policy regarding such standards.
  • Ability to accurately capture and document inventory issues and adjust for substitutions and culls as needed.
  • Ability to meets company standards for attendance, punctuality, appearance, and teamwork.
  • Ability to engage and build professional relationships, provide exceptional customer service and put customer first.
  • Unload vendor trucks, restock product bins, and rotate stock as needed.
  • Operate a forklift in accordance with OSHA guidelines.
  • Other duties as directed by management.

Lumber Yard Worker Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • MUST have lumber yard or construction experience
  • Willingness to adhere to proper guidelines
  • Prompt arrival every day, great work ethic and attitude
  • Ability to carry large, heavy materials (columns, panels) as directed
  • Attention to detail

Company Description

Beeson Hardware Company is the oldest surviving business in High Point. For over one hundred and thirty-five years, Beeson has been providing High Point with hardware and more. There are four divisions of Beeson Hardware Company

Beeson Industrial is an authorized 3M industrial supplier and carries over 30,000 industrial products.

Beeson Lumber carries a wide selection of hardware and lumber, millwork, interior and exterior doors, patio doors and front doors, composite decking, and flooring materials.

Beeson Decorative carries a unique selection of decorative hardware and decorative plumbing products including cabinet hardware, door hardware, decorative sinks and faucets, toilets, tubs and specialty hardware accessories.

Beeson Contract Hardware carries products for the commercial industry including commercial bathroom accessories, contract doors and frames, stalls, toilets, rails and hinges.