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Material Handler / Yard Clerk - Building Materials / Lumberyard

Date Posted: Jun 23, 2026
Yearly: USD - USD

Job Detail

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    Location Illinois, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Career Level:
  • group
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    Experience:
  • male
    Gender: No Preference
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    Apply Before: Sep 21, 2026

Job Description

Overview

Kirchner Building Centers is looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Material Handler/Yard Clerk to join their team in Paxton, Illinois. This role involves ensuring a positive customer experience by properly loading and delivering materials, maintaining safety standards, and collaborating with team members to manage inventory and customer relations.

Key responsibilities

  • Load materials into customer vehicles or onto company delivery vehicles
  • Build loads and prepare materials for timely deliveries
  • Unload incoming freight safely
  • Operate forklift in compliance with safety standards
  • Schedule and manage deliveries of materials to customers
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization in the lumberyard and storage buildings
  • Provide exceptional customer service and address concerns
  • Collaborate with other departments for smooth operations
  • Handle cash transactions accurately
  • Assist customers with material requests from the yard

Required skills

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum of 1 year experience in a related field
  • Knowledge of building materials and construction industry
  • Valid driver's license required (Class C preferred)
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to manage inventory and maintain accurate records
  • Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures
  • Effective communication skills with customers and team members
  • Ability to operate forklifts and other yard equipment
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

What the company offers

  • 401(k) with company match
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Supplemental insurance
  • Employee discount

Skills Required

Company Overview

Illinois, United States of America

Kirchner Building Centers provides a range of building materials and services, focusing on customer satisfaction and quality assurance. They operate in the lumber and building materials industry, facilitating the needs of their clients with a dedicat... Read More

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