What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lumber Handler / Clerk position at OSBORNE LUMBER COMPANY, INC.?
Join Our Team at Osborne Lumber Company
Position: Lumber Handler
Location: Newark, CA
Osborne Lumber Company, one of the most well-respected lumberyards in the Bay Area, is looking for hardworking and dedicated individuals to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a trusted company that supports the construction and building industry.
As a Lumber Handler, you’ll enjoy consistent hours, a competitive wage, full benefits, and the chance to work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
What You'll Do
In this role, you’ll play a key part in helping contractors and builders get the materials they need to bring their projects to life. Your responsibilities will include:
- Working in the sawmill: Cutting, stacking, and packaging lumber for residential and commercial framing packages.
- Preparing custom framing lumber loads for contractor orders.
- Loading and unloading trucks, ensuring materials are handled efficiently and safely.
- Assisting will-call customers: Loading materials onto vehicles (hand-loading and forklift operation).
- Keeping the yard clean and organized for a safe and organized work environment.
- Operating heavy equipment such as forklifts and trucks.
- Making small deliveries to job sites to keep projects on track.
What We're Looking For
We’re seeking someone with a strong work ethic, a can-do attitude, and a desire to learn and grow. Here’s what you’ll need to succeed:
- Experience: Preferred background in lumber or construction-related fields.
- Skills: Strong attention to detail, basic math, and the ability to read a tape measure accurately.
- Attitude: Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
- Physical Ability: Capable of lifting up to 101 lbs safely.
- Licenses: Valid California driver’s license required.
- Education: High school diploma or GED required.
- Communication: A good attitude and strong communication skills; bilingual skills are a plus.
Why Osborne Lumber?
- Pay & Benefits: Starting at $26.76/hour plus $6.36/hour employer-funded pension.
- Full Benefits: Medical and dental coverage.
- Time Off: Paid holidays and vacation leave.
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM (overtime occasionally required).
- Stability: Work with a trusted, established company that supports the building community.
If you’re ready to build a rewarding career with a company that values your hard work and dedication, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply Today and become part of the Osborne Lumber family.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $26.76 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $6 - $27