Manager Trainee

Overview

bilingual preferred. Pay is temporary until promotion in 6-8 months. Starts at:

• $16/hr
• $24/hr over 40 hrs (weekly 48-50 hrs)
• Up to $900 monthly in bonuses based on store performance and personal sales

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! 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 even more locations, your opportunities for growth within the company are endless. Over 96% of our store managers began as Manager Trainees, and on average, you can earn your first promotion within six months.

• Monthly performance incentives (store & 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 & dependent care
• Annual profit sharing & 401(k) with employer match (based on company profits)
• Discounts on building materials and other retail partnerships

• America’s Most Trustworthy Companies by Newsweek
• Top Retailers by USA Today
• Largest Private Companies by Forbes
• Fastest‑Growing Companies by 5000

The Manager Trainee is a full‑time, entry‑level position designed to prepare you for a leadership role within 84 Lumber. This role offers hands‑on training across all aspects of store operations with the goal of promotion to a management position. Within 6-12 months, you can be promoted (based on performance and availability), which can lead to up to a 40% increase in annual pay.

Many Manager Trainees progress to General Manager roles within 3-4 years. No experience is required to begin your career at 84 Lumber. Just bring your dedication and willingness to learn and we will help you with the rest!

Through a structured training plan including classroom, online, and hands‑on learning across various areas, you will learn:

• Sales & Customer Service:
  Support customers and drive sales in a retail store environment.
• Store Operations & Inventory Management:
  Oversee material/supply chain flow, stock, and merchandising.
• Blueprint Reading & Estimation:
  Create material estimates for building projects.
• Forklift Operation & Certification:
  Safe handling of materials and equipment.
• Business Management:
  Payroll, invoicing, inventory, and financial analysis.
• Microsoft Office Suite:
  While previous experience is preferred, you will enhance and refine your skills through a comprehensive training program.

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

You’ll work in both indoor and outdoor settings, assisting customers in all weather conditions. This role requires frequent standing, walking, and lifting (up to 80 pounds), and other physical activities. You may also work around machinery and airborne particles.

• Payroll, Invoicing, Inventory and POS Systems
• Microsoft Office Suite (previous experience preferred)
• Interpreting and analyzing common financial reports
• Reading blueprints and creating material lists
• Responding to common inquiries or complaints from customers

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Availability:
  Full‑time schedule (48+ hrs/week, overtime included)

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