R.P. Lumber Company Inc.
Lumber Yard Associate
R.P. Lumber Company Inc., Harrisonville, Missouri, United States, 64701
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Lumber Yard Associate
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R.P. Lumber Company Inc.
This range is provided by R.P. Lumber Company Inc. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $15.00/hr – $20.00/hr
Summary of Position A Yard Associate ensures prompt and courteous service for every customer while maintaining safety, accountability, and cleanliness. The role includes stock management, equipment upkeep, and participation in delivery operations, ensuring accurate product handling and safe unloading for homeowners and job sites.
Responsibilities
Greet customers or professional contractors in a friendly manner upon entry.
Load materials into customers’ vehicles or company delivery trucks, validating type and quantity against the point‑of‑sale record.
Unload incoming freight, protecting goods and carrier equipment.
Operate forklift to merchandise and stock yard and warehouse.
Accurately build loads and prepare materials for delivery before dispatch.
Assist truck drivers with delivery of merchandise to homeowners and job sites.
Respond to customer inquiries regarding product selection, order placement, pricing, scheduling, and follow‑ups.
Maintain inventory, product displays, and pricing labels within assigned areas, ensuring an organized and safe storage environment.
Enforce all safety rules and policies as communicated by management.
Perform other assigned duties as requested by the Yard Manager.
Required Skills
Forklift experience preferred; training will be provided.
Follow company safety policies related to the storage, handling, and transport of materials.
Regular, reliable attendance.
Knowledge of building materials and construction industry is desired but not required.
Strong verbal and written communication skills when dealing with vendors, customers, management, and team members.
Ability to apply common sense and follow simple instructions.
Provide professional customer service in a team‑oriented environment.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
Preferred: 1 year of related work experience.
Acceptable driving record and valid Missouri state driver’s license (Class E required for Missouri locations).
Highly organized with a strong attention to detail.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
Successful applicants are subject to pre‑employment drug testing, background check, and driver history checks in accordance with applicable federal and state law.
Physical Requirements
Sitting, standing, bending, and walking most of the day.
Regular lifting and moving of 50‑100 pounds and ability to use arms and hands for reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
Tolerance of adverse weather conditions.
Pay Rate / Wages & Benefits
Hourly Rate: $15 – $20 (regional, experience, education, licenses and certifications may influence pay).
R.P. Lumber Co. offers the following benefits to full‑time employees:
Competitive wages
Health / Dental / Vision / Term‑Life and Short‑Term Disability Insurance
Employer‑paid Basic Life Insurance
Profit Sharing / 401(k)
Paid Time‑off & Holidays
Employee Merchandise Discount
Benefits for part‑time employees:
Competitive wages
Profit Sharing / 401(k)
Paid Time‑off
Employee Merchandise Discount
Seniory level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Purchasing
Industries Retail
Candidates who meet our selection criteria will be contacted by phone or email for the next step in our hiring process. Thank you for your interest in our position. We appreciate the time you have taken to apply with us.
R.P. Lumber Co., Inc. ("R.P. Lumber Co.") is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, ancestry, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability (physical or mental), genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Lumber Yard Associate
role at
R.P. Lumber Company Inc.
This range is provided by R.P. Lumber Company Inc. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $15.00/hr – $20.00/hr
Summary of Position A Yard Associate ensures prompt and courteous service for every customer while maintaining safety, accountability, and cleanliness. The role includes stock management, equipment upkeep, and participation in delivery operations, ensuring accurate product handling and safe unloading for homeowners and job sites.
Responsibilities
Greet customers or professional contractors in a friendly manner upon entry.
Load materials into customers’ vehicles or company delivery trucks, validating type and quantity against the point‑of‑sale record.
Unload incoming freight, protecting goods and carrier equipment.
Operate forklift to merchandise and stock yard and warehouse.
Accurately build loads and prepare materials for delivery before dispatch.
Assist truck drivers with delivery of merchandise to homeowners and job sites.
Respond to customer inquiries regarding product selection, order placement, pricing, scheduling, and follow‑ups.
Maintain inventory, product displays, and pricing labels within assigned areas, ensuring an organized and safe storage environment.
Enforce all safety rules and policies as communicated by management.
Perform other assigned duties as requested by the Yard Manager.
Required Skills
Forklift experience preferred; training will be provided.
Follow company safety policies related to the storage, handling, and transport of materials.
Regular, reliable attendance.
Knowledge of building materials and construction industry is desired but not required.
Strong verbal and written communication skills when dealing with vendors, customers, management, and team members.
Ability to apply common sense and follow simple instructions.
Provide professional customer service in a team‑oriented environment.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
Preferred: 1 year of related work experience.
Acceptable driving record and valid Missouri state driver’s license (Class E required for Missouri locations).
Highly organized with a strong attention to detail.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
Successful applicants are subject to pre‑employment drug testing, background check, and driver history checks in accordance with applicable federal and state law.
Physical Requirements
Sitting, standing, bending, and walking most of the day.
Regular lifting and moving of 50‑100 pounds and ability to use arms and hands for reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
Tolerance of adverse weather conditions.
Pay Rate / Wages & Benefits
Hourly Rate: $15 – $20 (regional, experience, education, licenses and certifications may influence pay).
R.P. Lumber Co. offers the following benefits to full‑time employees:
Competitive wages
Health / Dental / Vision / Term‑Life and Short‑Term Disability Insurance
Employer‑paid Basic Life Insurance
Profit Sharing / 401(k)
Paid Time‑off & Holidays
Employee Merchandise Discount
Benefits for part‑time employees:
Competitive wages
Profit Sharing / 401(k)
Paid Time‑off
Employee Merchandise Discount
Seniory level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Purchasing
Industries Retail
Candidates who meet our selection criteria will be contacted by phone or email for the next step in our hiring process. Thank you for your interest in our position. We appreciate the time you have taken to apply with us.
R.P. Lumber Co., Inc. ("R.P. Lumber Co.") is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, ancestry, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability (physical or mental), genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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