Load Checker

Overview

Are you ready to build a rewarding and lifelong career? Do you thrive in a team environment that challenges you to be your best? Join 84 Lumber, a family‑owned company founded on growth, stability, and the mindset that “nothing is impossible.”

84 Lumber is the nation’s largest privately held supplier of building materials, manufactured components and industry‑leading services for residential and commercial construction. With over 320 facilities in 34 states and plans for even more locations, your opportunities for growth within the company are endless.

At 84 Lumber, we promote nearly 100% from within, creating a unique environment where you can build your own career path. Over 96% of our store managers began as Manager Trainees, and on average, you can earn your first promotion within six months.

• Monthly performance incentives (both store and personal‑level bonus potential)
• Paid Time Off (PTO), sick and personal days
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Holiday pay
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care
• Annual profit sharing and 401(k) with employer match (based on company profits)
• Discounts on building materials and other retail partnerships

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• Top Private Companies by Forbes, 2025
• Best Large Employers by Forbes, 2025

Location: South Houston- 11203 Galveston Rd Houston TX 77034

Pay: Starts at $14/hr + depending on experience. Overtime paid at a rate of time and a half.

This position is responsible for checking loads for deliveries. The primary function of the Load Checker is to ensure the correct inventory is loaded on the incoming and outgoing lumber trucks. Must maintain a safe, clean, and well‑organized lumber yard, load and unload lumber and/or building supplies, and operate a forklift. Other duties as assigned.

• Ensure the accuracy of incoming and outgoing deliveries by verifying that material matches the load list/BOL and is complete.
• Help identify damaged material.
• Check loads for delivery.
• Load and unload lumber and building supplies.
• Operate forklift.
• Keep management aware of any delays or discrepancies.

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple correspondence; effectively present information to others one‑on‑one.
• Maintains lumber yard by keeping material well organized and safe.
• Respond to inquiries from other associates.