Job Description

PARR is the total source for homebuilding supplies, solutions, and services. We focus on supplying building materials and solutions to professional home builders of all sizes including custom builders, large production builders, and multifamily builders. Our customers and community members know that they can rely on us for Legendary Service and quality products.

Job title Truss Lumber Picker

Pay: Starting at $20.16 to $24.51 an hour, depending on experience *Schedule subject to change based on business needs

Schedule: Monday-Friday 7am to 5pm

Location: Vancouver, Washington

The Lumber Picker is responsible for the accurate and timely pulling of lumber as well as the catching and stacking of parts coming off the saw machine. The Lumber Picker works closely with the Sawyer to ensure all parts coming off the saw are cut to the right length and free of defects.

This position reports to the Sawyer, Lead Sawyer, Ops Lead, Production Manager, Assistant Plant Manager, or Plant Manager. This position supports our mission of Legendary Service Through Teamwork by providing team members with damage free product and ensuring all parts are cut to length to ensure our customers are getting the best product possible.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Must be able to accurately read and use a tape measure
• Ability to speak, write, and read English required
• Must have reliable transportation
• Ability to follow procedures precisely
• Ability to concentrate and attend to detail amidst a busy work environment
• Ability to work independently and without supervision
• Shoes that are puncture resistant, slip resistant, made of leather or composite material, and have ankle support required

Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspects materials for damage prior to use i.e. cracks in the boards, too much wane, mold, sun damage, etc.
• Ensures all parts are free of defects before being delivered to the Truss Fabricators to allow them to work quickly and efficiently with little to no downtime.
• Uses a "pull sheet' to go around the yard pulling the appropriate lumber for the forklift driver to load in the appropriate order
• Uses a tape measurer to ensure all parts are cut to the correct length or are within the stated tolerance
• Labels parts clearly and legibly for ease of identification while staged in the yard
• Completes any required training
• Conducts and daily cleaning of the lumber as well as maintaining it throughout the day to minimize tripping hazards
• Having knowledge of and the ability to identify different species and grades of lumber
• Works with the Forklift Operator in an efficient manner
• Represents the company in a positive and professional manner
• Exhibits thoroughness and accuracy
• Replaces all unreadable labels for easy identification by yard members
• Flexibility to work for extended hours as needed
• Regularly takes the initiative or volunteers to solve issues
• Perform other related duties as assigned

The Lumber Picker works mostly outside in all weather conditions. The working days are Monday-Friday with some Saturdays as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and/or stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 100 pounds and carry objects 50 feet
• Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to utilize all appropriate safety equipment

We know that without great people, we can't be a great company. Voted as one of the "Top Places to Work" by the Oregonian for the 3rd year in a row, we offer industry-leading benefits:

• Everyone starts earning 2 weeks of vacation per year on day 1, and gains an additional day every year worked up to 4 weeks off
• Employee paid sick days
• 7 holidays
• Standard medical plan with a very low $1,000 deductible
• Dental, Vision, EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Massage, Chiropractic and Acupuncture coverage
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account) and Childcare pretax spending programs
• Footwear subsidy through boot vendor after 90 days of employment
• Up to 50% match on the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k) after 1 year of employment and fully vested at the end of your 3rd year
• In addition to the 401(k) match, there a 3% profit share contribution to the 401(k), with Board approval
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $2,500/year)
• Annual profit sharing
• $1,000 referral bonus

PARR Promotes!

We have a transparent pay structure, and love to promote from within. Our current CEO started with the company as a driver and by being open to change and a self-starter he climbed the ranks to the role he has today. There are many members of our management team who started their careers in our entry-level positions. If you're willing to work hard, there's no reason you won't earn regular merit increases and promotions. There is A LOT of opportunity - PARR is growing fast!

We value our employees like family and are constantly working to provide a safe place to work for our employees. Most of our locations are not open past 5 and all our locations are closed on Sundays.

Our company mission is Legendary Service through Teamwork, and we take that seriously. When you join our team, you're joining a family owned company that's been in business for over 90 years, with a well-established reputation as a leader within the building material supply industry in the United States.