Yard Associate - Part time at J.D. Irving · Moncton

YARD ASSOCIATE - PART TIME Location: Moncton, NB, Canada As a Yard Associate, you’ll play a key role in delivering exceptional service to our customers by assisting with product selection, loading, and ensuring a safe and organized yard environment. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy hands-on work and thrive in an outdoor setting. Starting wage for this role is $16.15 per hour.    This position is part-time with the potential for up to full-time hours based on business needs. • Ensure safety standards are met at all times. • Greet and assist customers with locating, picking, and loading lumber and building materials. • Organize and maintain yard displays, including signage and pricing. • Load, unload, replenish, and restock inventory in the yard. • Operate equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks (training provided). • Complete paperwork for orders, returns, and damaged goods. • Stay informed about new products and promotions. • Strong safety mindset and attention to detail. • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions. • Available to work a variable shift schedule including mornings, evenings and weekends. • Excellent communication and customer service skills. • Previous experience in a lumber yard or retail environment is an asset. • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting. • Physical ability to lift and move heavy materials. • Bilingual (French/English) is an asset. • Must be 21+ years of age due to forklift operation requirements.  • Grade 12 diploma or equivalent is required. Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We 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. Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly. We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.