Yard Assistant APPLY NOW

The Yard Assistant is responsible for working as a team member, liaising with various departments to complete day-to-day duties including, greeting customers, answering queries, receiving shipments, preparing orders and deliveries, loading and unloading purchases or returns, etc.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

·        Greet customers and answer queries. Assist customers with product information and selection.

·        Provide information on concrete and aggregate materials.

·        Assist customers with calculation of estimates for products required.

·        Manually receive shipments, verify counts and complete documentation.

·        Liaise with Office on product shortages, damages, back orders.

·        Review purchase receipts, and load into customer vehicles

·        Review purchase receipts and load orders on to delivery vehicles

·        Review purchase receipts and coordinate returns with customer service before unloading.

·        Clean, organize and maintain products and displays.

·        Liaise with other departments as required.

·        Participate and ensure Health and Safety compliance.

·        Creates a positive shopping experience for customers.

·        Other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

·        Combination of education and experiences.

·        Good Numeracy skills. Able to manage time effectively.

·        Knowledge of concrete and aggregate materials.

·        Good organization and communication skills.

·        Fluent in English. Knowledge of other languages an asset.

·        Forklift license an asset however training will be provided.

·        Front end loader experience and familiar with operation of machinery and safety procedures.

·        Positive and friendly attitude. Works well in a team environment.

·        1-2 years of General Labour, Garden Centre or Retail experience recommended.

·        Works well in a team environment.

·        Flexible availability. Days, evenings, weekends and holidays as required.

·        Able to comfortably lift a minimum of 60lbs., bend and twist. Required to work outdoors, safety boots required.

See the full job postings at www.lakesidegardengallery.com

Lakeside Garden Gallery is an equal opportunity employer. Under AODA, if you require accommodation, please include this in your cover letter.

Please submit your resume to employment@lakesidegardengallery.com.

We appreciate all applications. Only candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.