Yard Hand

Job Title

Job Description for Position at Grange Co-op

Founded in 1934, Grange Co-op is a cooperative dedicated to serving the needs of its members and the communities in which they live. With a focus on farm and ranch products, work wear and western wear, garden supplies, and pet care essentials, Grange Co-op has grown to become a trusted name in the industry. The company operates multiple retail locations, a feed mill and remains committed to delivering exceptional value and service.

General Purpose Of Job

To provide friendly, accurate service and ensure that customers receive their purchases in a timely manner; and to maintain the overall cleanliness and appearance of the service yard.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Demonstrate friendliness towards customers and co-workers

Fill customer orders as identified on the loading slips by retrieving purchased merchandise and loading it into customers' vehicles

Ensure accuracy and safety of products loaded and complete customer liability waiver as necessary

Operate forklift as necessary

Clean debris from loading dock, warehouse and service yard as necessary to maintain a clean environment

Respond to questions and requests from co-workers inside the retail store

Maintain loading slips after the customers' products have been loaded

Perform daily inspections of all vehicles and forklifts on location

Stock inside retail store as directed by store leadership

Perform cashier functions in warehouse

Monitor and maintain pest control

Uphold all company policies and procedures

Perform other tasks and duties as required by supervising manager

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities

Education And/Or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Previous retail experience preferred

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos

Ability to write simple correspondence

Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions

Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations

Other Skills And/Or Attributes

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent customer service skills

Accuracy and attention to details

Ability to become forklift certified

High level of integrity

Friendliness and cheerfulness towards customers and co-workers

Ability to perform effectively in both individual and team environments

Excellent prioritization and organizational abilities

Ability to work in all weather elements

Ability to continually lift and load heavy items

Possess a strong sense of urgency

Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply!