Customer Loader / Forklift Operator

Location 21015 State Route 9 NE,Arlington, WA, 98223,United States Base Pay $19.00 - $22.00 / Hour Contact information Name Rick Description We Are Chinook Lumber is synonymous with quality. We proudly offer our customers premium lumber, quality building materials, and dependable advice through an educated and dedicated workforce. We believe that our commitment to service can only be achieved through dedication to our employees. As such, we provide an informal yet professional work environment, valuing safety, teamwork and collaboration. We believe that our team’s success is our success, which is why we offer excellent pay and benefits, skills development, and professional growth opportunities to all of our employees. Job Summary We are looking for a friendly, customer-driven individual to help us fulfill customer orders by loading lumber and building materials into the vehicles of our customers. Full-time and part-time positions are available. Shifts will be scheduled during regular store hours; M-F from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. You Are You are interested in the building and lumber industry and are looking for an entry-level position to start your career. You have great people skills and work well in a team environment. Working outside all day doesn’t faze you. You’re in good shape and enjoy working with your hands. Responsibilities Assist customers by pulling materials and by loading their orders into their vehicles Operate a forklift (if 18 years of age or older) and adhere to all safety protocols Stock the yard and keep it organized and safe Qualifications Candidates have people skills and must be service oriented. Must be committed to safety. Must be in good physical condition to “throw lumber around.” Must be willing to workout side, can withstand the elements, and must be willing to work in the hot sun and cold drain. Have to have basic math skills. Ideally have high school diplomas or general education degrees (GED); preferred but not required. Experience with building material and/or lumber is a plus. Experience with a forklift is also a plus. Knowledge of lumber is very helpful, and these candidates do not need to be 18+ to apply. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Forklift certification (We will train forklift operators on the job.) Summary At Chinook, we see our staff as a team. Your success is our success, and we invest in our employees through paid on-the-job training, product knowledge sessions, safety training, lunch and learns, and other professional development opportunities. We respect your personal time, which is why we don't schedule meetings outside of work hours. Benefits We’re also proud to offer our customer loaders a competitive benefits package, including: Health insurance; medical/dental/vision/life Excellent pay Paid vacation Paid holidays401(k) with company match Employee purchase discount Company clothing allowance #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Lincoln