We Are
Chinook Lumber is synonymous with quality. We proudly offer our customers premium
lumber, quality building materials, and dependable advice through an educated and
dedicated workforce. We believe that our commitment to service can only be achieved
through dedication to our employees. As such, we provide an informal yet professional
work environment, valuing safety, teamwork and collaboration. We believe that our team\xe2\x80\x99s
success is our success, which is why we offer excellent pay and benefits, skills
development, and professional growth opportunities to all of our employees.
Job Summary
We are looking for a friendly, customer-driven individual to help us fulfill customer orders
by loading lumber and building materials into the vehicles of our customers.
Full-time and part-time positions are available. Shifts will be scheduled during regular store
hours; M-F from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
You Are
You are interested in the building and lumber industry and are looking for an entry-level
position to start your career. You have great people skills and work well in a team
environment. Working outside all day doesn\xe2\x80\x99t faze you. You\xe2\x80\x99re in good shape and enjoy
working with your hands.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers by pulling materials and by loading their orders into their vehicles
• Operate a forklift (if 18 years of age or older) and adhere to all safety protocols
• Stock the yard and keep it organized and safe

Qualifications
Candidates have people skills and must be service oriented. Must be committed to safety.
Must be in good physical condition to \xe2\x80\x9cthrow lumber around.\xe2\x80\x9d Must be willing to work
outside, can withstand the elements, and must be willing to work in the hot sun and cold
rain. Have to have basic math skills. Ideally have high school diplomas or general
education degrees (GED); preferred but not required. Experience with building material
and/or lumber is a plus. Experience with a forklift is also a plus. Knowledge of lumber is
very helpful, and these candidates do not need to be 18+ to apply.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Forklift certification (We will train forklift operators on the job.)

Benefits
At Chinook, we see our staff as a team. Your success is our success, and we invest in our
employees through paid on-the-job training, product knowledge sessions, safety training,
lunch and learns, and other professional development opportunities. We respect your
personal time, which is why we don\'t schedule meetings outside of work hours.

We\xe2\x80\x99re also proud to offer our customer loaders a competitive benefits package, including:

• Health insurance; medical/dental/vision/life
• Excellent pay
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee purchase discount
• Company clothing allowance