Forklift operator Yardman

Express Employment Professionals - Kalispell

Kalispell, MT

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Cargo/Freight, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Distribution Channel, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Forestry and Logging Machinery, Forklift, Inventory Management, Mathematics, Operations, Organizational Skills, Production Support, Safety Compliance, Warehousing
LOCATION
Kalispell, MT
POSTED
5 days ago

Position Overview

TheYardmansupports daily operations in a busy lumberyard and warehouse environment. This hands‑on role includes assembling lumber packages, assisting customers, maintaining inventory, and supporting the production of pre‑fabricated building components. This is an outdoor, physically active position with long‑term advancement opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

  • **Lumber Assembly

    **— Build and prepare lumber packages to fulfill customer orders.

  • **Inventory Management

    **— Maintain and organize materials in the yard and warehouse.

  • **Customer Assistance

    **— Help customers load building materials in all weather conditions.

  • **Freight Handling

    **— Unload freight from vendors and distributors.

  • **Equipment Logging

    **— Track and report equipment repairs and maintenance.

  • **Safety Compliance

    **— Follow all safety procedures and yard protocols.

  • **Prefab Support

    **— Assist with wall panels, floor trusses, and wall trusses (preferred but not required).

  • **General Yard Support

    **— Assist team members with additional operational tasks.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Ability to work independently and follow order instructions accurately

  • Strong math skills for measurements and assembly

  • High attention to detail and strong organizational skills

  • Excellent customer service and communication abilities

  • Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to80 lbs

  • Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions

  • HS Diploma or GED preferred

  • Must pass a5‑panel drug test

  • Experience with forklifts, trucks, or delivery equipment is helpful

  • Local travel up to100 milesmay be required

Work Environment

  • Outdoor yard environment with exposure to all weather

  • Physical work including lifting, bending, twisting, and carrying materials

  • Fast‑paced, team‑oriented atmosphere

  • Long‑term employment and advancement opportunities

Benefits

  • 401(k)

  • PTO / Vacation

  • Insurance options

  • Paid holidays

Machines & technologies you'll use:

  • Forklifts (Hyster)

About the Company

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Express Employment Professionals - Kalispell