Salvage Material Handler

Job Summary: Are you passionate about environmental justice and sustainability? Do you enjoy hands-on work and helping others? If so, we invite you to apply for the Salvage Material Handler position at ReBuilding Center! This job is ideal for individuals who thrive in an active, physical work environment and are motivated by a passion for sustainability. However, it's important to be aware of the physical demands and environmental conditions that come with the position, including exposure to mold, dust, construction chemicals and outdoor elements.

Full Time, 40 hours/week, Wednesday-Sunday 8:30am to 5:00pm
Physical Work Environment: Frequent handling of heavy, bulky items, including bathtubs, sinks, and doors, often covered in dust or dirt.
Work in varying weather conditions in an open air environment akin to working outdoors. Colder in the winter and warmer temperatures in summer, due to the concrete floors and steel beams. Low potential for exposure to lead, asbestos, and other hazardous materials.

Job Responsibilities:
*Ensure the store is clean, organized, and safe for both staff and customers.
*Safely unload donated materials from vehicles.
*Move materials to permanent homes within the store using equipment such as hand trucks, furniture dollies, carts and pallet jacks.
*Accurately price and stock materials in all store areas (lumberyard, appliances, doors, cabinets, etc.)
*Assist with merchandising and ensuring the store is well-stocked.
*Provide excellent service by phone and in-person to volunteers, donors, customers, and other visitors.
*Maintain a safe, welcoming, and accessible space for all.
*Offer information, inspiration, and alternative solutions to customer needs.
*Arrive on time, enthusiastic, and ready to work.
*Foster positive relationships with co-workers, volunteers, and customers.
*Maintain clear and respectful communication with those around you.
*Conduct daily store walk-throughs to ensure safety protocols are followed.
*Follow all safety rules and regulations.
*Help identify and address any hazards.

Required Skills and Qualifications:
*Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 75 lbs safely throughout the workday, using ergonomically correct methods.
*Comfortable performing repetitive tasks, including bending, lifting, and stacking.
*Experience working on concrete floors in varied weather conditions.
*At least 1 year of experience in a lumberyard or warehouse setting.
*Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to resolve conflicts effectively.
*Enjoys working with diverse groups of people and providing positive customer interactions.
*Ability to work with steel-toed or safety shoes from the first day.
*Self-motivated, reliable, and enthusiastic, with a “can-do” attitude.
*A commitment to ReBuilding Center’s core values: Sustainability, Inclusion, Scrappiness, Fun, Compassion, and Respect.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
*Bilingual in English & Spanish
*Previous forklift experience
*Building Material knowledge

Compensation: $19/hour plus benefits

To Apply: Please complete an online application at https://forms.gle/HaXJoNEnKegyWrdg9.
Open until filled, applicants will be reviewed on an ongoing basis beginning June 4th.

Learn more about us at https://rebuildingcenter.org/careers.

No phone calls please. ReBuilding Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we maintain a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.