Job Description

Founded in 1965, Universal Supply operates locations in five states, Connecticut, Delaware, New Jersey, Maryland and Pennsylvania, providing professional builders with the best in specialty building products, including roofing, siding, windows, doors, cabinetry, millwork and fasteners.

A Brief Overview

The Striker / Stocker / Roof Walker has the opportunity to learn the building materials business and our branch operation by supporting drivers with deliveries, working in the warehouse, and receiving, loading and unloading material in the yard and delivery site.

This position will require you to climb ladders and be on roofs unloading and stacking material. Qualified candidates must be okay with heights.

Pay Range: $21.00 - $22.00/hr.

What you will do

• Adhere to established safety rules and regulations and follow all safety procedures; maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Will be on roofs unloading and stacking material.
• Pull, stage, and load orders onto outgoing trucks and at customer site as directed.
• Aid Driver in inspecting materials scheduled for delivery to confirm that the shipment is correct and that it is properly loaded and secured.
• Ride with the driver to the job site to unload product at jobsite.
• Assist driver in evaluating delivery site, noting potential hazards, obstacles, physical challenges, etc.; guide driver in maneuvering onto and off customer’s property to avoid damage as needed.
• Handle materials off conveyor and stack material as directed.
• Support driver in maintaining a clean and safe vehicle.
• Assist warehouse associates and direct supervisor in maintaining a safe and organized work environment.
• Receive in-coming products, commodities and materials; stock all material received in appropriate bins or storage locations.
• Operate forklift with foot and hand controls in a safe manner to complete orders onto delivery equipment.
• Treat customers, contractors, and associates in a courteous, considerate, and cooperative manner.
• Retain an awareness of the work environment critical to the task at hand to produce error free and damage free results.
• Participate in a positive work environment.
• Provide excellent customer service.

Required For All Jobs

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.
• Adhere to Company’s commitment to workplace safety.
• Participate in and complete assigned trainings.

Education Qualifications

• High School or GED required.

Experience Qualifications

• 1-3 years as striker, roof loader, or stocker required.
• 1-3 years of warehouse experience required.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to prioritize tasks and work in a fast pace, ever changing environment.
• Ability to work in heights ranging from ground level to elevation.
• Knowledge and ability to use safe lifting techniques.
• Ability to do basic math, read orders, write instructions and complete forms.
• Ability to effectively and professionally communicate with customers, other employees and supervisors using verbal and written skills.
• Ability to deal constructively with conflict and recognize potential problems.
• Proficiency with or ability to learn current technologies (e.g. Smartphone, GPS and other necessary business applications).

Licenses and Certifications

• Forklift experience preferred.

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Universal Supply Co., a Division of US LBM Holdings, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.