Yard Associate (Forklift Operator / Warehouse) $23 - $25/hr.

At Outdoor Living Supply (OLS) , we believe our people are the foundation of our success. As one of the nation's largest distributors of outdoor living products, we are committed to providing exceptional service, quality products, and a workplace where employees can grow their careers.

We're looking for dependable, safety-focused individuals who enjoy working outdoors, staying active, and helping customers. As a Yard Associate I , you'll play an essential role in our daily operations by safely loading materials, organizing inventory, and providing outstanding customer service. If you're looking for a career with a growing company that values teamwork, integrity, and professional development, we'd love to have you on our team.

Location: San Carlos, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits

We believe our employees are our greatest asset and offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Competitive hourly pay ($23.00 - $25.00/hour)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life & Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Discount Programs

Position Summary

The Yard Associate I is responsible for safely operating a forklift to load customer orders, move materials throughout the yard, and maintain an organized warehouse and outdoor landscape supply yard. This role is customer-facing and requires assisting customers with loading materials into their vehicles while providing exceptional service and answering product-related questions.

The ideal candidate is safety-focused, organized, dependable, and able to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a clean and efficient yard.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Safely operate a forklift to load customer orders and transport materials throughout the yard and warehouse.
• Assist customers by loading products into vehicles while providing outstanding customer service.
• Organize, clean, and maintain the warehouse and landscape supply yard.
• Ensure materials are properly identified, packaged, labeled, and stored.
• Visually inspect materials to verify quality and conformance to company standards.
• Maintain warehouse supplies, tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and orderly condition.
• Organize, plan, and prioritize daily work assignments.
• Complete all required documentation accurately at the end of each shift.
• Follow inventory procedures and assist with material movement throughout the facility.
• Support company policies, procedures, and operational goals.
• Promote a safe work environment by following all OSHA and company safety policies.
• Maintain punctual and reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate our FORTITUDE values every day:
  • F un
  • O ptimism
  • R espect
  • T eamwork
  • I ntegrity
  • T rust
  • U nity
  • D rive
  • E mpowerment

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Forklift certification required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred.
• Basic math skills.
• Familiarity with inventory procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Point-of-Sale (POS) experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates with experience in any of the following are encouraged to apply:

• Yard Associate
• Forklift Operator
• Warehouse Associate
• Material Handler
• Shipping & Receiving
• Landscape Supply
• Building Materials
• Lumber Yard
• Distribution Center
• Retail Warehouse
• Construction Materials

Physical Requirements

• Routinely lift, carry, push, and pull 25–75 pounds without assistance.
• Operate forklifts and other powered industrial equipment safely.
• Stand and walk continuously throughout the workday.
• Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and reach.
• Frequently use hands and feet to operate equipment.
• Frequently communicate with customers and coworkers.
• Ability to work safely in a physically demanding environment.

Work Environment

This position is performed onsite at a company store, warehouse, and outdoor landscape supply yard. The majority of work is performed outdoors and requires regular exposure to changing weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, dust, and noise from machinery and powered equipment.

Work may also be performed inside warehouse facilities or while operating yard equipment with limited climate control. Employees are required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety vests, eye protection, gloves, and any other required safety gear.

Schedule

• Full-Time
• 40 hours per week
• Monday through Friday with rotating Saturdays as business needs require
• Seasonal overtime may be required

Why Join Our Team?

At Outdoor Living Supply , our people are the foundation of our success. We invest in our employees by providing opportunities for professional growth, competitive benefits, and a collaborative work environment where safety, teamwork, and customer service come first.