Yard Attendant

Responsibilities will include

Providing exceptional member service with a positive, professional approach and attitude toward customers

Assisting in loading and unloading freight as needed

Being aware of surroundings such as other drivers, people, animals, and items in the yard

Ensuring the safe transfer of material being shipped including proper cargo securement

Operating and maintaining all equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner

Being responsible for proper storage of a variety of materials

Maintaining a neat, clean and orderly location at all times by using good housekeeping standards

Adhering to all Evergreen Cooperative Association policies and procedures and participate in the Health and Safety program, including wearing all the required PPE

We are ideally seeking candidates with the following qualifications

Organizational skills and great time management

Ability to work independently in a team environment

Previous retail experience

Ability to work outside in varying weather conditions

Working knowledge of hardware, home centre, farm/agricultural products and building supplies is essential

Ability to handle multiple demands at once while still providing excellent customer service

Sense of urgency

Commitment to cooperative values and principles

Ability to lift up to 50Ibs unassisted

As part of Evergreen Co-operative Association’s hiring process, pre-employment background checks will be required for all candidates. Please be advised our Co-op has a Substance and Alcohol policy in effect. All employees in Safety Sensitive Positions (SSPs) will be required to undergo pre-employment substance and alcohol screening.

Evergreen Co-op is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected. Accommodation is available on request for the interview process. We will act in accordance with applicable federal, provincial, and local laws. Must be legally eligible to work for any employer in Canada by way of Canadian citizenship, permanent residency, or work permit.

Evergreen Co‐operative Association is here to serve our members and customers with products and services that help build, feed, and fuel individuals and communities. We are a different kind of business, being member-owned means that any profits are returned to our members and stay in the local economy. We live where you live, work where you work, and help grow the economy right here.