Yard Associate

Back Yard Living, an Outdoor Living Supply company located in Abington, MA, is looking for a full-time Yard Associate. The ideal applicant will have some experience in the landscape/hardscape industry, with some knowledge of concrete pavers and retaining walls, natural stone and general building products. This full-time position is for someone who enjoys working outside, helping customers, loading trucks and managing inventory in a working retail yard. The right candidate will have the ability to work outside operating small front-end loaders, forklifts and loading equipment and inside/outside assisting customers with product section, processing orders, and providing support to the customer service team when needed. This position offers a competitive hourly wage depending on qualifications and experience, and a full benefits program with PTO and paid holidays.

The Yard Associate is responsible for loading and unloading delivery trucks, along with keeping the warehouse and landscape supply yard well organized. This position requires interaction with customers as you help load products into their vehicles and assist them with any questions they might have. To be a successful Yard Associate, you must be organized, plan ahead, and be able to prioritize your daily work.

Primary Responsibilities

· Loading and unloading the truck per the delivery schedule

· Organizing warehouse and landscape supply yard

· Cleaning and maintaining supplies, tools, equipment, and warehouse

· Organize, planning and prioritizing daily work

· Operating machinery such as propane forklift

· Assisting customers on a daily basis

· Process POS (point of sale) purchases on occasion

· Handle returns of merchandise occasionally

· Answer incoming calls from customers and assist them over the phone on occasion

Minimum Job Qualifications

· High school diploma or equivalent

· Forklift and equipment operation experience is a plus

· Proficiency in English

· Bi-lingual, Spanish speaking strongly preferred

· Basic Math skills

· Familiarity with inventory procedures

· Solid communication and interpersonal skills

· Point of Sale experience is a plus

· Computer knowledge is a plus

· Must be 18 years of age

Other Skills and Abilities

Physical Demands:

· Ability to routinely lift 50 - 75 lbs. without assistance

· Standing/walking continuously

· Stooping/bending often

Work Environment:

This position primarily works outdoors in the yard and are exposed to the elements. Conditions can be dusty due to the product we sell.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

Full-time

Monday to Saturday

Day shift hours

Weekend availability