General Labor (Lumber Yard) - 2nd Shift

Connect Staffing is hiring a Load Builder for a lumberyard and building materials supplier in Riverside, CA. This is a temp-to-hire position paying $23.63/hr with approximately 8 hours of overtime per week. In this role, you will strategically stack and build secure lumber loads in an outdoor yard environment, using banding tools, lumber buddies, and a forklift. This schedule runs Monday through Saturday with a consistent evening shift once training is complete.

Pay: $23.63/hr

Schedule: Mon–Sat 2:30 PM–11:00 PM; training on 1st shift 6:00 AM–2:30 PM for 1–2 weeks

Location: Riverside, CA

Job Type: Temp-to-Hire

Primary workplace language(s): English

Work Environment: Outdoor yard; exposure to sawdust, dust, and outdoor weather

Overtime: Weekly OT required (~8 hrs/wk)

Responsibilities

• Carry lumber to lumber buddies and strategically stack wood to build secure, balanced loads.
• Band completed loads tightly and tag them for delivery.
• Catch lumber coming off the quick chop saw and re-stack it in designated areas.
• Operate a forklift to move lumber and materials throughout the yard.
• Inspect lumber for defects, splits, or damage and set aside non-conforming material
• Complete load paperwork and cross off built items on work orders.
• Verify load contents against work orders before banding and tagging for shipment
• Sweep work area and separate returned work orders as directed.

Minimum Requirements

• 1 year of experience in a lumber yard, building materials, warehouse, or heavy production environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience building or strapping lumber loads or similar bundled material loads.
• Familiarity with banding tools and load-securing equipment.
• Experience operating a forklift in an outdoor yard environment.
• Ability to read work orders and complete basic production paperwork.
• Experience working alongside saw operators or in a cut-to-order production flow.
• You may be a great fit if you've held any of these titles: Loader, Load Builder, Lumber Yard Worker, Yard Laborer, Forklift Operator, Material Handler, Production Worker, Warehouse Associate, Yard Associate, Building Materials Handler.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently.
• Ability to work at a fast pace throughout the shift.
• Steel-toe boots required (employee-provided).
• Drug screen required.
• Background check required.
• E-Verify / work authorization required.
• Must communicate effectively in English.
• Good standing Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) required.
• Must be able to stand, walk, reach, bend, crouch, push, and pull throughout the shift.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Direct deposit / Paycard.
• Health and dental benefits available.
• Earn referral bonuses.
• CalSavers retirement program available.
• Additional benefits available upon permanent hire, including union benefits, 401(k), vision insurance, dental insurance, health insurance, bonus eligibility, and PTO / paid vacation.

After you apply, please check your email for a short screening questionnaire from us. Candidates who complete it promptly will be reviewed faster.

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