Yard Associate
SRS Distribution · Windsor · $19–$23.94/hr (stated in the posting)
Heritage Family of Companies is seeking a Full-time Yard Associate who will be responsible for supporting daily yard and warehouse operations, including material receiving, stocking, and organization, while adhering to safety standards and providing excellent customer service. *Up to $28 an hour (depending on experience)
Key Responsibilities
- Move, stock, and organize products in yard and warehouse to keep inventory accurate and easy to find.
- Load/unload materials from customer and company vehicles safely and efficiently.
- Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment while following all safety rules.
- Keep the yard and warehouse clean, organized, and free of hazards to ensure a safe and efficient workspace.
- Must follow all safety guidelines, including wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) and using proper lifting techniques.
- Check/verify orders, complete shipping & receiving paperwork, and work with team members to meet delivery deadlines.
- Assist with other warehouse or yard tasks as needed.
Physical Requirements
- Ability and to lift and handle freight/materials up to 75 pounds continuously throughout the workday.
- Ability to move heavy products in busy warehouses and/or outdoor yards, using equipment such as forklifts, front end loader or pallet jacks, and involves active physical work.
- Work performed in an outdoor setting/warehouse environment in conditions like noise, hot or cold temperatures
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Ability to lift and handle freight/materials up to 75 pounds throughout the workday.
- Experience loading operating a front end loader or other large construction machinery is a plus
- Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is a plus.
- Prior experience in hands-on, outdoor/indoor yard/warehouse, operational work or similar environment.
- High school diploma or equivalent of education and experience
- Must pass background screening and drug screening.
Should a Candidate be submitted to fill a position by a recruiting or staffing services agency (“Agency”), the Company has no obligation to pay the Agency any fee for submission, offer, placement or any service without a fully executed contract of service covering the engagement.