Yard Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Yard Assistant

Job Description

The Yard Assistant plays a key role in a busy lumber distribution warehouse, working in pairs to accurately pull, package, and prepare lumber orders for shipment. This is an entry-level, hands-on role that involves physical work, use of basic warehouse tools and equipment, and close collaboration with a large team. The position offers consistent hours, regular overtime, and the opportunity to grow into long-term employment with increasing responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Meet with the team at the start of each shift to review the days workload, then partner with an assigned coworker to complete tasks.
• Use RF scan guns and banding cards to locate and pull lumber orders from designated areas in the warehouse.
• Load lumber onto carts and package materials according to order requirements, including special packaging when needed.
• Stage completed orders so they can be safely moved by forklift operators.
• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse by clearing debris, bags, and banding materials from aisles and work areas throughout the day.
• Keep lanes clear and safe for forklift traffic at all times.
• Sweep the yard and warehouse safely, using a mechanical sweeper when available.
• Operate a trench saw to perform simple wood cuts, following all safety training and protocols.
• Assist with regular inventory counts and help ensure accurate stock levels.
• May operate a gas-powered tug to move lumber products within the yard or warehouse.
• Perform heavy lifting and repetitive physical tasks throughout the shift while working closely with a partner.
• Follow all safety, quality, and operational procedures required in a lumber yard and warehouse environment.
• Commit to the assignment for at least six weeks, with the option to pursue long-term, temp-to-hire opportunities.

Essential Skills

• Ability to continuously lift up to 35 pounds throughout the entire shift while working in pairs.
• Capability to perform basic math to count pieces and verify that orders are accurate.
• Strong team-player mindset, with the ability to work effectively in a warehouse team of 1520 people and in a dedicated pair for the full shift.
• Willingness and ability to work mandatory overtime, including extended 812 hour days and approximately 55 hours per week.
• Comfort working in a busy lumber yard and warehouse environment with forklifts and other moving equipment.
• Willingness to commit to the assignment for a minimum of six weeks, with reliability and consistent attendance.
• Ability to pass a three-year, post-offer check in accordance with company policies.
• Ownership of steel-toed boots and willingness to wear them as required for safety.
• Comfort performing general labor tasks, including heavy lifting, sweeping, and operating basic tools and equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with RF scan guns in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Prior general labor experience, particularly in warehouses, lumber yards, or similar industrial settings.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English, which is preferred to support learning and effective use of the RF scanner.
• Interest in converting from a temporary role to a long-term, temp-to-hire position with opportunities for growth.
• Experience working around forklifts and other material-handling equipment.
• Comfort learning to operate tools such as trench saws, mechanical sweepers, and gas-powered tugs under proper training.

Why Work Here?

Employees join a culture that values empowerment, responsibility, and long-term growth, offering an entry-level path into the lumber distribution industry with real opportunities for promotion and relocation to other branches. The environment supports learning on the job, provides consistent weekly pay, and offers substantial overtime for those who want to increase their earnings. Many employees have advanced into bigger roles over time, making this a strong foundation for building a stable and rewarding career.

Work Environment

This role is based in a lumber storage warehouse with a team of 20 or more people and regular forklift activity. Yard Assistants work Monday through Friday from approximately 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., with 812 hour days and about 55 hours per week, including mandatory overtime. The setting is an active lumber yard where orders are pulled, packaged, and moved using RF scan guns, lumber carts, forklifts, trench saws, mechanical sweepers, and gas-powered tugs. The work is physically demanding and requires frequent lifting, walking, and standing in a warehouse environment. Steel-toed boots are required as part of the safety dress code, and employees are expected to follow all safety procedures to work safely around equipment and moving vehicles.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Healdsburg, CA.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Healdsburg, CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Healdsburg,CA.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.