Yard Hand

S.W. Collins Company Inc.

Caribou, ME

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Construction, Dental Insurance, Driver's License, Health Insurance, Heavy Lifting, Inventory Management, Loading/Unloading, Operational Support, Operations, Procedure Development, Retail Management, Retirement Plan, Safety Process, Safety/Work Safety, Sales, Team Player, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Vehicle Driving, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Caribou, ME
POSTED
30+ days ago
Benefits:
  • Simplified Employee Pension Plan (SEP - IRA)
  • Earned Paid Leave
  • Volunteer Paid Time Off
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Company parties
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness resources

Job Summary
Our yard hands support daily yard operations by assisting the dispatcher with material handling, organization, and general maintenance. This role requires hands-on work in the yard and periodic delivery of materials to jobsites. They play a key role in keeping yard operations running safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities


Yard Operations Support
  • Assist the dispatcher with organizing, stocking, and maintaining yard inventory
  • Load and unload materials, and supplies safely and efficiently from vendor trucks and on to customer trailers and vehicles
  • Prepare materials for delivery or pickup according to sales tickets
  • Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe yard environment
  • Perform basic equipment checks and report issues to the dispatcher
  • Follow established procedures for material handling and yard safety
Delivery & Jobsite Support
  • Accompany or operate company vehicles to deliver materials to jobsites as needed
  • Assist with loading, securing, and unloading materials at jobsites
  • Communicate professionally with customers
  • Ensure deliveries are completed accurately and on schedule
  • Complete basic delivery paperwork and electronic documentation
Safety & Compliance
  • Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures
  • Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
  • Report unsafe conditions, damaged materials, or incidents promptly
General Duties
  • Assist with yard maintenance tasks such as sweeping, snow removal, and organizing storage areas
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the dispatcher or store manager
Qualifications & Requirements
  • Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
  • Ability to lift, carry, and move heavy materials
  • Basic knowledge of construction materials or yard operations a plus
  • Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
  • Strong work ethic and dependable attendance
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
  • Frequent lifting, bending, standing, and walking
  • Ability to climb on and around equipment and trucks safely
Work Environment
  • Outdoor yard and jobsite settings
  • Exposure to dust, noise, and varying temperatures

About the Company

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S.W. Collins Company Inc.