Yard Operator

Job Description

Yard Operator

Join our Team at Great Western Building Systems

At Great Western Building Systems (GWB), we don’t just build steel structures–we build careers, innovation, and a team that feels like family. Established in 2016, GWB has rapidly become a powerhouse in the Pre-Engineered Metal Building industry, known for precision, strength, and craftsmanship in everything we do.

If you’re looking for more than just a job–if you want to be part of something bigger–this is the place for you. Our team is made up of driven, skilled, and passionate individuals who take pride in their work.

What We’re Looking For

GWB is searching for individuals with experience in shipping/receiving and forklift operations to join our growing team. If you want to learn on the job with continued opportunities for learning, growth, and career advancements and take pride in your work, we want to hear from you!

Our Culture

Our work environment is fast-paced, fun, and oftentimes exciting. Our team is built of a diverse group of individuals who all bring their own strengths to the table. We work hard during the week and enjoy our time off on the weekend.

Responsibilities

Loading and receiving trucks

Follows shipping lists accurately and confirms correct items are loaded

Inspects all received items before offloading, note damages on BOL, and communicate to office staff for claims as appropriate

Follow all safety protocols including wearing PPE and required PPE at all times. Required PPE is defined as gloves, safety glasses, and steel toe boots Additional PPE, such as hard hats, flame-resistant clothing, hearing protection, face shields, respirators, etc, may be required depending on the specific tasks being performed or the work area.

Duties, responsibilities, and reporting relationships may fluctuate or evolve in light of your skills, experience, and the company’s needs.

Qualifications & Experience

The ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check is required

Forklift experience

Diligent with great attention to detail and the ability to learn quickly

Safety oriented

Proficient in math and computer skills

Must be able to walk, stand, use hands to handle tools, reach with arms, kneel, stoop, crouch, and talk and hear in noisy environments

Must be able to regularly lift and move objects weighing up to 51 lbs independently and occasionally lift and move objects up to 100lbs with the assistance of team lifts.

The work environment is primarily indoors, and will, at times, be exposed to natural weather elements such as heat, cold, sunlight, darkness, wind, rain, lightning, snow, and dust. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Compensation and Benefits

$19.23 - $25.00 per hour, depending on experience

Comprehensive benefits package after 90 days of employment

Medical

Dental

Vision

Health Saving Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life Insurance

Paid time Off

Paid sick leave

Employee assistance program

More!

Job Type

Full-Time

Monday - Friday

Mandatory overtime and occasional weekend work may be required based on production needs

Ability to Commute/Relocate

Grand Junction, CO 81501: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Work location: One Location

Full-time