Lumber Yard Associate
Location: Picton Home Hardware Building Centre — 13544 Loyalist Parkway, Picton, Ontario Reports to: Yard Manager, Assistant Manager, or Store Manager Job type: Full Time Schedule: Weekends / Weekdays Compensation: Range $18 - $19.50
About the Role
The Lumber Yard Associate keeps our yard running smoothly and gets product into our customers' hands — both at the store and at their job sites. The role combines hands-on yard work (loading, moving, and organizing building materials) with the safe delivery of products to customers, vendors, job sites, and other company locations.
You'll operate freight-handling equipment and company vehicles, handle the related paperwork accurately, and work directly with the public. Success means completing every task safely, efficiently, and with the kind of service that keeps customers coming back.
Below are the Key Responsibilities:
Yard & Customer Service
- Load and unload merchandise and materials for customers and sales staff.
- Move heavy and bulky merchandise safely, using team lifts and mechanical aids where appropriate.
- Help customers locate and load their purchases.
- Stay attentive to opportunities to assist customers and support sales.
- Report customer complaints to management promptly.
Administration & Documentation
- Follow company procedures for required signatures, forms, and receipts.
- Maintain proper security over merchandise and delivery documents.
- Advise your supervisor of shortages or damaged goods.
Health & Safety
- Work in accordance with all provincial and federal occupational health and safety legislation.
- Follow all safety procedures when operating vehicles or loading/unloading freight.
- Report potential hazards and unsafe behaviour to management so they can be corrected.
General
- Run errands and complete supporting tasks as needed around the yard and store.
- Attend meetings and training sessions as required.
- Suggest improvements to procedures or policies when they could improve safety, efficiency, service, or morale.
- Take on additional duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including Weekends, Early evenings, and holidays.
- Ability to communicate effectively — in person and by phone — with customers, management, and co-workers.
- Ability to work co-operatively in a team environment.
- Ability to visually verify the contents of shipments.
- Ability to safely operate loading and transfer equipment (forklifts, pushcarts, etc.). Forklift certification is an asset; training may be provided.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Regularly lift and move merchandise weighing up to 100 lb (≈45 kg) to and from vehicles and around the yard, using team lifts and mechanical aids for heavier or awkward loads.
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing, and reaching throughout the shift.
- Work outdoors year-round in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow.
- Work safely in an active yard environment around vehicles and equipment.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume by one of the following:
- Email: [email protected]
- In person: Picton Home Hardware Building Centre, 13544 Loyalist Parkway, Picton, Ontario
- Phone inquiries: 613-476-7497
We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Picton Home Hardware Building Centre is committed to an inclusive, accessible workplace. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in any stage of the recruitment process — please let us know if you require one.
Job Types: Part-time, Full-time
Pay: $18.00-$19.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Are you available to work a full-time schedule that includes weekends and holidays?
Work Location: In person
