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84 Lumber

Co-Manager in Training

84 Lumber, Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, 22904

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Location: Charlottesville, VA

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 family‑owned company founded on growth, stability, and the mindset that “nothing is impossible.”

84 Lumber is hiring immediately and has the perfect career opportunity for you!

84 Lumber is the nation’s largest privately held supplier of building materials, manufactured components and industry‑leading services for residential and commercial construction. With over 320 facilities in 34 states and plans for further expansion, your opportunities for growth are endless. We promote nearly 100 % of our managers from within. Over 96 % of our store managers began as Manager Trainees, and on average you can earn your first promotion within six months.

Benefits

Monthly performance incentives (store and personal‑level bonus potential)

Paid Time Off (PTO), sick and personal days

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Holiday pay

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care

Annual profit sharing and 401(k) with employer match (based on company profits)

Discounts on building materials and other retail partnerships

Recognition & Awards

America’s Most Trustworthy Companies by Newsweek

Top Retailers by USA Today

Largest Private Companies by Forbes

Fastest‑Growing Companies by 5000.

What You Will Do The Manager Trainee is a full‑time, entry‑level position that prepares you for a management role within 84 Lumber. You will learn through classroom, online, and hands‑on training across sales, operations, inventory, estimation, forklift operation, and business management. After 6–12 months, you may be promoted to a managerial position, potentially increasing your pay by up to 40 %.

No experience is required to begin your career. Just bring dedication and a willingness to learn.

Through a structured training plan you will learn:

Sales and Customer Service: Support customers and drive sales in a retail store environment.

Store Operations and Inventory Management: Oversee material/supply chain flow, stock, and merchandising.

Blueprint Reading and Estimation: Create material estimates for building projects.

Forklift Operation and Certification: Safe handling of materials and equipment.

Business Management: Payroll, invoicing, inventory, and financial analysis.

Microsoft Office Suite: Enhance your skills through comprehensive training.

Supervisory Responsibility This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Demands & Work Environment You will work in both indoor and outdoor settings, assisting customers in all weather conditions. The role requires frequent standing, walking, lifting up to 80 pounds, and other physical activities. You may work around machinery and airborne particles.

Compensation $48,000–$53,000 per year (based on hourly rate, overtime, and incentives). 48‑hour work week, Monday‑Friday with some Saturdays.

Responsibilities

Sales

Estimating

Freight Handling

Forklift Operations

Maintain and merchandise store inventory

Work Environment The position can involve outdoor work or exposure to wet, humid, extremely hot or cold conditions. It may expose you to vibration, airborne particles, and elevated chemical risk.

Physical Demands Frequently standing, walking, using hands, reaching, talking, listening, and writing. Lifts up to 80 pounds. Rarely sits, climbs, balances, or crawls.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Availability: Full‑time schedule (48+ hours/week, overtime included).

Are you ready to lead, learn, and grow with 84 Lumber? Apply today to begin your career journey!

84 Lumber is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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