Yard Associate

Job Title

QXO is a leading distributor and installer of building products serving an $800 billion market. The company's mission is to modernize the building products industry through advanced technology and a best-in-class customer experience. QXO is North America's largest distributor and installer of insulation, the second-largest distributor of roofing products, the second-largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building materials, and the largest distributor of waterproofing products. The company is targeting $50 billion in annual revenue within the decade through accretive acquisitions and organic growth.

Job Description

What you'll do:

Customer Service & Order Fulfillment

• Provide friendly, professional service to customers, drivers, and contractors
• Assist customers with locating products and building materials throughout the yard or warehouse
• Help customers load and unload materials safely and efficiently
• Answer customer questions and direct inquiries to the appropriate team members when needed
• Ensure a positive customer experience through professionalism and teamwork

Material Handling & Yard Operations

• Pull, stage, and prepare customer orders accurately and efficiently
• Receive, organize, and store building materials in designated yard and warehouse locations
• Assist with loading and unloading trucks, deliveries, and transfers
• Verify quantities and product accuracy before loading or shipment
• Support inventory organization and material flow throughout the facility

Equipment Operation

• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently (training and certification provided where applicable)
• Perform routine equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns
• Follow all equipment operating procedures and company guidelines

Yard Maintenance & Safety

• Maintain clean, organized, and professional yard, warehouse, and storage areas
• Monitor racks, storage locations, and work areas to ensure materials are safely stored
• Identify and report hazards, damaged materials, or unsafe conditions
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements
• Promote a safety-first culture and support overall operational excellence

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with yard personnel, warehouse staff, drivers, sales teams, and management
• Support daily operational goals and customer service objectives
• Assist with additional yard, warehouse, and operational duties as assigned

What you'll bring:

• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment
• Basic math and measurement skills
• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance
• Experience in a lumberyard, warehouse, building materials, or construction environment
• Forklift experience or willingness to obtain certification
• Experience pulling orders and loading materials
• Familiarity with building materials and inventory handling practices
• Work is performed primarily in outdoor yard and warehouse environments
• Exposure to varying weather conditions, equipment, dust, and building materials
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift
• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 5075 pounds as required
• Ability to safely operate material handling equipment
• May require overtime or weekend work based on business needs

What you'll earn:

• Health Insurance: Medical insurance through Aetna with Gold, Silver, and Bronze plan options, including prescription drug coverage.
• Dental Insurance: Aetna dental coverage with Base, Buy-Up, and DHMO plan options. Preventive care covered at 100%, basic services at 80%, and major services at 50% after deductible.
• Vision Insurance: Aetna vision plan with $10 exam copay and up to $200 for frames or contact lenses, once every 12 months.
• Employer-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance: $35,000 benefit through The Standard, with equal AD&D coverage. Voluntary additional coverage available up to $500,000 or 6x annual salary.
• Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability: 60% of base weekly pay, up to $2,500 per week, after a 14-day waiting period for up to 11 weeks.
• Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability: 60% of base monthly pay, up to $10,000 per month, after a 90-day waiting period.
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with the Silver medical plan. Kodiak contributes $500 annually for employee-only coverage or $1,000 for all other coverage levels. 2026 IRS contribution max: $4,400 (individual) / $8,750 (family).
• Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Available with Gold or Bronze medical plans. Contribute up to $3,400 pre-tax in 2026 for eligible out-of-pocket health expenses.
• Dependent Care Account: Contribute up to $7,500 pre-tax in 2026 for eligible dependent daycare expenses for children under 13 or qualifying dependents.
• Voluntary Benefits through The Standard: Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance available to supplement health coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Employer-Paid: Comprehensive support through Health Advocate for employees and dependents, including health advocacy services at no additional cost View phone number on click.appcast.io).
• Travel Assist - Employer-Paid: TravelConnect through The Standard provides medical emergency assistance when traveling 100+ miles from home, for both business and personal travel.
• Aetna Wellness Programs - Employer-Paid: A variety of wellness programs available to employees enrolled in any Aetna medical plan.
• Identity Theft Protection: Allstate ID Theft Protection available, with deductions taken through payroll.
• Pet Insurance: Spot Pet Insurance available for enrollment at spotpet.link/kodiakbp.

Benefits for union-represented roles are determined by the applicable collective bargaining agreement and may differ from standard company benefits.

QXO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender or sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

To comply with Pay Transparency laws, employers must disclose an annual salary range. Actual offers depend on factors such as location, experience, skills, and market data. This position may also offer variable compensation.

Salary Range: USD $20.45 - USD $24.00 /Hr.