Yard Associate

Stone Center of Carolina, an Outdoor Living Supply company located in Pineville, North Carolina, 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.

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

Secondary Responsibilities

· Process POS (point of sale) purchases

· Handle returns of merchandise

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

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/ Part-time positions

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Saturday
• Day shift hours
• Weekend availability is shared with others