Yard Attendant

Job details

Responsibilities will include:

Providing exceptional member service with a positive, professional approach toward customers
Assisting in loading and unloading freight as needed
Being aware of surroundings such as other drivers, people, animals, and items in the yard where you will load and offload product
Performing pre and post trip inspections
Ensuring the safe transfer of material being shipped including proper cargo securement
Operating and maintaining all equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
Being responsible for proper storage of a variety of materials
Maintaining a neat, clean and orderly location at all times by using good housekeeping standards
Adhering to all Evergreen Cooperative Association policies and procedures and participate in the Health and Safety program

We are ideally seeking candidates with the following qualifications:

Strong customer service skills and the ability to handle multiple demands at once
Organizational skills, attention to detail, and great time management
Ability to work independently within a team environment
Positive, professional approach and attitude toward work, strong interpersonal skills
Previous retail, lumber, hardware, and agricultural or HABS experience would be an asset
Working knowledge of hardware, home centre, farm/agricultural products and building supplies is essential
Sense of urgency
Commitment to Co-operative values and principles
Ability to lift up to 50lbs unassisted