Yard Technician / Backup CDL Driver

Knudson Lumber Co
  • Ellensburg, Washington
  • $18–$26 Per Hour
2 days ago

Job Description

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Company parties
  • Employee discounts
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
As a valued member of the Knudson Lumber team, your primary responsibility will be to provide exceptional customer service while helping maintain a safe, organized, and efficient lumber yard. This position is primarily a Yard Technician role but also serves as a backup CDL Delivery Driver when needed. When assigned to driving duties, you will receive a driver pay differential for those hours.
If you enjoy working outdoors, staying active, and being part of a hardworking team that takes pride in serving its customers, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Customer Service
  • Greet customers in a friendly, professional manner.
  • Assist customers with loading materials or direct them to the appropriate team member.
  • Provide outstanding service that reflects Knudson Lumber's commitment to customer satisfaction.
Loading & Material Handling
  • Safely and accurately load customer vehicles and company delivery trucks.
  • Unload incoming materials and stock products in designated locations.
  • Operate forklifts and other equipment safely and efficiently.
Yard Operations
  • Maintain clean, organized, and safe yard, warehouse, and storage areas.
  • Assist with inventory organization, stocking, and cycle counts.
  • Help ensure products are easily accessible and properly stored.
Backup CDL Driver
  • Safely operate company delivery vehicles when assigned.
  • Deliver materials accurately and on time while providing excellent customer service.
  • Complete required delivery paperwork and perform vehicle inspections.
  • Follow all DOT regulations and company safety policies while driving.
Safety
  • Follow all company policies, OSHA regulations, and safe work practices.
  • Maintain a clean, hazard-free work environment.
  • Report unsafe conditions or equipment concerns promptly.
Qualifications
  • Valid driver's license required.
  • Class A CDL with doubles endorsement (or ability to obtain) preferred.
  • Clean driving record required for employees assigned to delivery duties.
  • Previous lumber yard, warehouse, construction, or delivery experience is preferred but not required.
  • Forklift experience is a plus.
  • Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
  • Ability to frequently lift and move heavy building materials.
  • Strong communication, teamwork, and customer service skills.
  • Dependable, safety-conscious, and willing to take on a variety of responsibilities.
Why Join Knudson Lumber?
  • Competitive hourly pay
  • Driver pay differential when performing CDL delivery duties
  • Full-time, year-round employment
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (eligible after 60 days)
  • Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Leave
  • 401(k) with company match up to 5%
  • Performance bonus opportunities
  • Supportive team environment with opportunities for growth
Compensation: $18.00 - $26.00 per hour

Numbers & Facts

LocationEllensburg, Washington
Salary$18–$26 Per Hour

Skills

  • CDL Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • Class A Licenseunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Community Supportunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Corporate Policiesunmatched
  • Customer Satisfactionunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Delivery Drivingunmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • Forkliftunmatched
  • Health Insuranceunmatched
  • Heavy Liftingunmatched
  • Inventory Cycle Countsunmatched
  • Loading/Unloadingunmatched
  • OSHAunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Regulationsunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Truck Driverunmatched
  • Vision Planunmatched
  • Warehousingunmatched

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