Job Description
Position Title: YARD WORKER
Job Type: PART TIME | MONDAY, TUESDAY & SATURDAY
Location: VANCOUVER | 1098 SW MARINE DRIVE
Compensation: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour (based on experience)
WINDSOR PLYWOOD
We specialize in hard-to-source interior and exterior home finishing products including flooring, doors, mouldings and especially wood products. Our goal is simple – focus on our customer’s needs and provide outstanding customer service. We’re more than a local building supply company, and our business model is also very different. We carry high quality, responsibly sourced products and are committed to providing outstanding value and personalized, one-on-one service to all of our customers. We are proud to have been in business for over 55 years with stores across Canada and in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States.
SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Yard Worker is critical to the successful operation of the Windsor Plywood Store. They are responsible for products & materials entering, stored & leaving the Yard and the Store. This includes responsibility for sorting, picking, replenishment, yard cleaning, transfers, and inventory control. The Yard Worker is driven to produce high-paced quality results that create positive first impressions for customers upon entering the yard.
THE BENEFITS
Gain experience working with a Building Supply Company in business for 55+ years
Competitive Pay | Employee Benefit Program
Paid Vacation Time
Yard Team generally not required to work Evenings, Sundays & Statutory Days Off
Consistent, safe and healthy work environment
Paid Forklift Certification
Employee Mental Health & Well-Being Program
PERKS: Employee deep-discounted pricing
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensure every customer experience exceeds the customer’s expectations – go the extra-mile”
Shipping & Receiving | Ensuring all inventory leaving/entering Yard has appropriate paperwork
Building lumber orders | picking, pulling, palletizing, and staging
Loading & unloading of Transport Trucks, and Customer vehicles
Assist with loading and unloading delivery vehicles scheduled for job-site deliveries
Assisting Contractors and other customers with locating products in the Store
Operate Forklift in a diligent, professional & safe manner
Assist with maintenance of equipment, buildings and landscaping onsite
Actively monitor material organization, stocking levels, & accuracy in Yard
Diligently follow Checklists, policies, processes & procedures
Maintain a safe & positive work environment
KEY REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Grade 12 Education
Prior Yard experience is an asset
Forklift Experience is an asset
Must be comfortable operating a saw
Applicants with prior Building Material Supply experience will be given preference. However, applicants with professional skills from other industries will be strongly considered and provided industry training from Windsor Plywood.
Strong work ethic and self-motivated/self-directed, with an ability to work independently using sound judgment, logical reasoning skills, and intuition
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
Prioritize tasks and manage time effectively, always mindful of the customer
Flexible, honest, acting in all situations with professionalism and integrity
Able to deal with changes, delays, or unexpected events in a professional & timely manner
Permanent resident of Canada and an active BC Driver’s License
WORKING CONDITIONS
Positional Tasks
-Walking 35%
-Standing 25%
-Lifting 15%
-Carrying (up to 66lbs) 10%
-Trunk Rotation 5%
-Sitting (Forklift/Driving) 5%
-Pushing/Pulling 3%
-Stair/Ladder Climbing 2%
Regularly Lifting up to 66lbs (bag of cement) including the following types:
-Low-level & waist level 50%
-Above-shoulder 15%
-Front carry 20%
-Shoulder-carry 15%
Operating Forklift (15-20 Hours/week) – Sit-Down Counter Balance 5000lb Capacity
-Visual acute ability – peripheral, depth perception, low-light, rain/wind/snow
-Jolting exposure – asphalt, un-even pavement, gravel
-Vibration exposure – asphalt, un-even pavement, gravel
Pushing & Pulling (350lb pallet) including the following types:
-Pushing Stationary & Walking 50%
-Pulling Stationary & Walking 50%
Positional Tasks
-Stool-sitting, Forward Bending, Trunk Rotation, Standing, Walking, Shoveling
Climbing
-Stairs, Ladders, Lumber Piles
Exposure to dust, dirt and adverse weather conditions – including rain, snow, wind, sun
Visual ability required to use Computer screens & reading small labels
Auditory ability to use telephone handset & portable radios
Windsor Plywood welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship. We thank you for your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #windsorplywoodishiring
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $17.85-$19.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
Relocation assistance
Store discount
Vision care
Wellness program
Application question(s):
Are you comfortable with using a saw?
Experience:
Shipping & receiving: 1 year (required)
Forklift: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
Forklift Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: PART TIME | MONDAY, TUESDAY & SATURDAY
Location: VANCOUVER | 1098 SW MARINE DRIVE
Compensation: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour (based on experience)
WINDSOR PLYWOOD
We specialize in hard-to-source interior and exterior home finishing products including flooring, doors, mouldings and especially wood products. Our goal is simple – focus on our customer’s needs and provide outstanding customer service. We’re more than a local building supply company, and our business model is also very different. We carry high quality, responsibly sourced products and are committed to providing outstanding value and personalized, one-on-one service to all of our customers. We are proud to have been in business for over 55 years with stores across Canada and in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States.
SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Yard Worker is critical to the successful operation of the Windsor Plywood Store. They are responsible for products & materials entering, stored & leaving the Yard and the Store. This includes responsibility for sorting, picking, replenishment, yard cleaning, transfers, and inventory control. The Yard Worker is driven to produce high-paced quality results that create positive first impressions for customers upon entering the yard.
THE BENEFITS
Gain experience working with a Building Supply Company in business for 55+ years
Competitive Pay | Employee Benefit Program
Paid Vacation Time
Yard Team generally not required to work Evenings, Sundays & Statutory Days Off
Consistent, safe and healthy work environment
Paid Forklift Certification
Employee Mental Health & Well-Being Program
PERKS: Employee deep-discounted pricing
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensure every customer experience exceeds the customer’s expectations – go the extra-mile”
Shipping & Receiving | Ensuring all inventory leaving/entering Yard has appropriate paperwork
Building lumber orders | picking, pulling, palletizing, and staging
Loading & unloading of Transport Trucks, and Customer vehicles
Assist with loading and unloading delivery vehicles scheduled for job-site deliveries
Assisting Contractors and other customers with locating products in the Store
Operate Forklift in a diligent, professional & safe manner
Assist with maintenance of equipment, buildings and landscaping onsite
Actively monitor material organization, stocking levels, & accuracy in Yard
Diligently follow Checklists, policies, processes & procedures
Maintain a safe & positive work environment
KEY REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Grade 12 Education
Prior Yard experience is an asset
Forklift Experience is an asset
Must be comfortable operating a saw
Applicants with prior Building Material Supply experience will be given preference. However, applicants with professional skills from other industries will be strongly considered and provided industry training from Windsor Plywood.
Strong work ethic and self-motivated/self-directed, with an ability to work independently using sound judgment, logical reasoning skills, and intuition
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
Prioritize tasks and manage time effectively, always mindful of the customer
Flexible, honest, acting in all situations with professionalism and integrity
Able to deal with changes, delays, or unexpected events in a professional & timely manner
Permanent resident of Canada and an active BC Driver’s License
WORKING CONDITIONS
Positional Tasks
-Walking 35%
-Standing 25%
-Lifting 15%
-Carrying (up to 66lbs) 10%
-Trunk Rotation 5%
-Sitting (Forklift/Driving) 5%
-Pushing/Pulling 3%
-Stair/Ladder Climbing 2%
Regularly Lifting up to 66lbs (bag of cement) including the following types:
-Low-level & waist level 50%
-Above-shoulder 15%
-Front carry 20%
-Shoulder-carry 15%
Operating Forklift (15-20 Hours/week) – Sit-Down Counter Balance 5000lb Capacity
-Visual acute ability – peripheral, depth perception, low-light, rain/wind/snow
-Jolting exposure – asphalt, un-even pavement, gravel
-Vibration exposure – asphalt, un-even pavement, gravel
Pushing & Pulling (350lb pallet) including the following types:
-Pushing Stationary & Walking 50%
-Pulling Stationary & Walking 50%
Positional Tasks
-Stool-sitting, Forward Bending, Trunk Rotation, Standing, Walking, Shoveling
Climbing
-Stairs, Ladders, Lumber Piles
Exposure to dust, dirt and adverse weather conditions – including rain, snow, wind, sun
Visual ability required to use Computer screens & reading small labels
Auditory ability to use telephone handset & portable radios
Windsor Plywood welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship. We thank you for your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #windsorplywoodishiring
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $17.85-$19.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
Relocation assistance
Store discount
Vision care
Wellness program
Application question(s):
Are you comfortable with using a saw?
Experience:
Shipping & receiving: 1 year (required)
Forklift: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
Forklift Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Yard Worker position is now open for candidates interested in the Labour/Helper Jobs sector. This role in Vancouver offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Labour/Helper Jobs is a plus.