Yard Manager

Considering a career with Big C Lumber? Are you looking for a company that cares about you and your family, the community, and the environment - and likes to have some fun too? Discover more about the Big C Lumber culture here.

Big C Lumber is a local, family-owned company looking for people who want to be a part of our family. We are a stable 105-year-old company!

Why choose Big C Lumber? Discover the many perks and benefits you and your family will enjoy when you join our team:

• 401k with 100% match options
• Health care, dental, and vision plans
• Company paid life and disability insurance plans
• Paid holidays
• Competitive pay
• Promote from within policy
• A generous employee discount on our products
• Company cell phone provided for most positions
• Fitbit health initiative
• Big C Lumber branded online apparel store - free apparel upon hire
• Employee referral program
• Very liberal paid time off policy - including flexible holiday hours often resulting in long weekends over some holiday seasons
• Fun family events such as camping trips and baseball games
• Career Development Program
• New position training program - no experience necessary
• 'Above C Level' recognition program
• A culture of embracing new technology to further our ability to communicate and service our customers
• A culture of giving back as we support local charities and programs in the communities we serve
• Free annual health screening and flu shot (optional)

YARD MANAGER

Big C Lumber is currently seeking a Yard Manager for our Fort Wayne, IN lumber yard. This is a full-time position with benefits, annual salary between $50,000-$70,000. 

We are currently building a brand-new Big C Lumber facility near the US 30 and I-69 interchange, giving you the opportunity to join our team as we expand our presence in the Fort Wayne market. This is an exciting time to become part of Big C Lumber and help us build something new in the community!

Yard Manager Essential Functions: 

• Personnel management and training
• Invoice delivery tickets and transfers
• Ensure accuracy of all incoming and outgoing freight
• Maintain inventory
• Maintain a clean and well-organized yard
• Receive all materials
• Aid with loading and unloading trucks 

Education/Experience: 

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Valid driver’s license—minimum Chauffeur/For-Hire Endorsement
• Ability to obtain CDL B if needed
• 3 years’ experience in industry preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Self-motivation, leadership skills, team player
• Ability to accurately and rapidly meet deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Above average knowledge of equipment and materials
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 80lbs
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of times
• Ability to withstand prolonged exposure to harsh and extreme weather conditions
• Ability to coordinate as well as work in a team
• Ability to adapt to in-house software
• Basic computer skills and knowledge