Von Tobel is seeking a full-time Lumber Yard Worker to join our team at our Michigan City, Indiana location.
Von Tobel is a 100% employee-owned company with 60+ years of experience serving professional contractors, remodeling contractors, and do-it-yourself customers. This position plays an important role in supporting our contractor and retail customers by maintaining efficient lumber yard operations, loading building materials, and ensuring accurate inventory handling.
If you enjoy working outdoors, working with building materials, and being part of a hardworking team, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Unload and verify incoming shipments using vendor packing lists and purchase orders
Build lumber and building material loads for customer deliveries
Load and unload delivery trucks safely and efficiently in the lumber yard, at job sites, and at residential delivery locations
Operate a forklift to move lumber and building materials throughout the yard
Maintain accurate inventory
Inspect products for quality and accuracy
Process product returns in a timely and organized manner
Assist contractors, customers, and delivery drivers
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe lumber yard environment
Communicate any delays, damages, or discrepancies to management
Support other yard and warehouse operations as needed
Preferred Experience
2+ years of experience in shipping, receiving, warehouse, or lumber yard operations
Forklift operating experience
Familiarity with building materials and lumber species
Previous experience working in a lumber yard or building materials environment
Physical & Work Requirements
Ability to lift up to 100 pounds
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask
What We Offer
100% employee-owned company
Stable, full-time employment with growth opportunities
Team-oriented environment focused on service and reliability
Stores closed on Sundays
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
On-the-job training
Opportunities for advancement
Paid time off
Paid training
Profit sharing
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Wellness program
Employment Requirements
Successful completion of a pre-employment background check, drug screening, and physical fitness acknowledgement.
Please note: Von Tobel is a tobacco-free and drug-free workplace. Tobacco smoking and vaping are not permitted on company premises or in company vehicles.
Pay: $17.00 – $20.00 per hour
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