Construction Yard Hand

Yard Associate
QXO is North America's largest distributor and installer of insulation; second-largest distributor of roofing products; second-largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building materials; and largest distributor of waterproofing products. QXO is the fastest growing company in the $800 billion building products distribution industry and plans to become the tech-enabled leader by delivering best-in-class customer satisfaction and outsized returns for its shareholders. The company is targeting $50 billion in annual revenue within the next decade through accretive acquisitions and organic growth.
The Yard Associate plays a key role in supporting safe, efficient yard and warehouse operations by assisting customers, handling materials, preparing orders, and maintaining an organized work environment. This position helps ensure building materials are accurately received, stored, staged, and loaded while providing excellent customer service and supporting overall operational success. The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-focused, and enjoys working in a fast-paced outdoor environment.
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
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
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
Strong customer service and communication skills
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
Benefits for union-represented roles are determined by the applicable collective bargaining agreement and may differ from standard company benefits.
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