Seasonal Yard Operations

Seasonal Yard Operations Position

Essential Duties and Responsibilities-

• Prepare orders for customers, ensuring that the order is picked correctly and timely. Packages orders so they are safe for transport.
• Loads and unloads inbound and outbound trucks with forklift and by hand.
• Receives inbound freight, checking for correctness. Places stock and customer orders in the proper location in warehouse and yard. Labels inbound stock.
• Assists the team with keeping the yard/warehouse clean, safe, and organized.
• Assists management with inventory control.
• Completes all assigned tasks given by management.

Competencies-

• Dependability. Follow instructions and respond to management direction. Keeps commitments and takes responsibility for own actions. Completes tasks on time.
• Quality. Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Monitors own work to ensure quality. Customer service oriented.
• Safety. Observes safety procedures. Reports potentially unsafe conditions. Use equipment and material properly.

Language Skills-

• Excellent communication skills, both orally and written. Read, write, and speak English.
• Must be able to understand picking and packing lists.

Mathematical Skills-

• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Must understand square feet, lineal feet, and pounds.

Physical Demands-

• Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, and lifting material or equipment, some of which may weigh more than 90 pounds.

Work Environment-

• Due to forklifts and other heavy equipment traveling through the yard, temporary cracks may appear in the floor/ground, causing uneven walking surfaces.
• The yard environment can be dusty, noisy, hot, and cold.
• May have to handle merchandise and working tools with sharp edges.
• Passing forklifts that emit gas fumes.

Work Schedule-

• Monday-Friday, 40 hours/week. At times, overtime may be required but is not guaranteed.
• Perfect job for a college student or someone that wants off during the colder months.
• Minimum $20/hour.