Yard Associate

17 hours ago

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Kent Building Supplies Full time

The service that we offer customers includes ensuring that our product displays are safe and easy to shop. We assist customers with picking and loading their products. To offer these services, we need associates who enjoy manual handling and physical work.

  • Greet and assist customers with product information, sales, and arranging deliveries
  • Load/unload materials and prepare orders for pickup or delivery
  • Maintain inventory, replenish stock, and ensure the yard is clean and organized
  • Prepare invoices, quotes, and delivery documents
  • Use our system (D365) to manage inventory updates

  • Follow all safety procedures and standards

  • Safety mindset

  • High attention to detail
  • Previous warehouse experience is considered an asset
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Able to work outside in variable temperatures and weather conditions
  • Ability to lift 55 lbs.
  • Ability to work days/evenings/weekends (rotating shifts)
  • Grade 12 diploma or equivalent

Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. With 48 locations and an ecommerce website, our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior customer service and know-how, quality products, and everyday great prices. We protect our customers and staff by hiring and training associates committed to our safety values. We employ over 3,700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology. We focus on the development of our people and promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative and the ARENA buying group which ensures our great product selection and pricing

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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