Yard Associate

Job Title

QXO is North America's largest distributor and installer of insulation; second-largest distributor of roofing products; second-largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building materials; and largest distributor of waterproofing products. QXO is the fastest growing company in the $800 billion building products distribution industry and plans to become the tech-enabled leader by delivering best-in-class customer satisfaction and outsized returns for its shareholders.

The company is targeting $50 billion in annual revenue within the next decade through accretive acquisitions and organic growth.

What you'll do:

Customer Service & Order Fulfillment

• Provide friendly, professional service to customers, drivers, and contractors
• Assist customers with locating products and building materials throughout the yard or warehouse
• Help customers load and unload materials safely and efficiently
• Answer customer questions and direct inquiries to the appropriate team members when needed
• Ensure a positive customer experience through professionalism and teamwork

Material Handling & Yard Operations

• Pull, stage, and prepare customer orders accurately and efficiently
• Receive, organize, and store building materials in designated yard and warehouse locations
• Assist with loading and unloading trucks, deliveries, and transfers
• Verify quantities and product accuracy before loading or shipment
• Support inventory organization and material flow throughout the facility

Equipment Operation

• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently (training and certification provided where applicable)
• Perform routine equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns
• Follow all equipment operating procedures and company guidelines

Yard Maintenance & Safety

• Maintain clean, organized, and professional yard, warehouse, and storage areas
• Monitor racks, storage locations, and work areas to ensure materials are safely stored
• Identify and report hazards, damaged materials, or unsafe conditions
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements
• Promote a safety-first culture and support overall operational excellence

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with yard personnel, warehouse staff, drivers, sales teams, and management
• Support daily operational goals and customer service objectives
• Assist with additional yard, warehouse, and operational duties as assigned

What you'll bring:

• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment
• Basic math and measurement skills
• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance
• Experience in a lumberyard, warehouse, building materials, or construction environment
• Forklift experience or willingness to obtain certification
• Experience pulling orders and loading materials
• Familiarity with building materials and inventory handling practices
• Work is performed primarily in outdoor yard and warehouse environments
• Exposure to varying weather conditions, equipment, dust, and building materials
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift
• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50–75 pounds as required
• Ability to safely operate material handling equipment
• May require overtime or weekend work based on business needs

What you'll earn:

• Health Insurance:
  Medical insurance through Aetna with Gold, Silver, and Bronze plan options, including prescription drug coverage.
• Dental Insurance:
  Aetna dental coverage with Base, Buy-Up, and DHMO plan options. Preventive care covered at 100%, basic services at 80%, and major services at 50% after deductible.
• Vision Insurance:
  Aetna vision plan with $10 exam copay and up to $200 for frames or contact lenses, once every 12 months.
• Employer-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance: $35,000 benefit through The Standard, with equal AD&D coverage. Voluntary additional coverage available up to $500,000 or 6x annual salary.
• Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability: 60% of base weekly pay, up to $2,500 per week, after a 14-day waiting period for up to 11 weeks.
• Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability: 60% of base monthly pay, up to $10,000 per month, after a 90-day waiting period.
• Health Savings Account (HSA):
  Available with the Silver medical plan. Kodiak contributes $500 annually for employee-only coverage or $1,000 for all other coverage levels. 2026 IRS contribution max: $4,400 (individual) / $8,750 (family).
• Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA):
  Available with Gold or Bronze medical plans. Contribute up to $3,400 pre-tax in 2026 for eligible out-of-pocket health expenses.
• Dependent Care Account:
  Contribute up to $7,500 pre-tax in 2026 for eligible dependent daycare expenses for children under 13 or qualifying dependents.
• Voluntary Benefits through The Standard:
  Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance available to supplement health coverage.
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