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Position Title: Yard Coordinator
Home Resource is a non-profit community sustainability center. We work with, in, and for the community to reduce waste and build a more vibrant and sustainable local economy. We collect and sell reusable materials, channel materials to those in need, provide meaningful work opportunities, and educate & inspire to promote a sustainable future.
Job Summary: The Yard Coordinator acts as the point person for yard improvements and oversees the yard inventory for safety, current inventory capacities, and infrastructure needs. The Yard Coordinator will support the Operations Director and Assistant Store Managers to implement the long term strategic plan for the yard (i.e. infrastructure needs, processing systems) and work with store staff, volunteers, and Work Programs participants to implement the plan and complete yard related tasks.
Reports to: Operations Director; Assistant Managers are the daily supervisors
General Responsibilities
Communicate and work cooperatively & effectively with staff, agencies, professionals and customers
Coordinate and use HR channels to communicate effectively with HR staff on relevant topics
Know & enforce Home Resource policies and procedures; support & model organizational culture
Take responsibility for resolving communication breakdowns
Demonstrate good work habits, including punctuality and ability to organize and manage time and information
Communicate effectively through email, in-person, and on the phone
Be adaptable to rapidly changing circumstances
Interact with people in a pleasant manner, even under stressful conditions
Accept, act on, and offer constructive criticism
Treat all people with dignity and respect
Help problem solve on difficult topics
Project a positive image of Home Resource
Position Responsibilities
Optimize yard safety and efficiency of storing and moving materials on a daily basis
Support Home Resources short- and long-term operational goals related to yard operations
Oversee organization of inventory, related storage, and infrastructure in the yard
Implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for stocking, safety, intake, pricing and storage of yard materials and field test and make suggestions for upgrades to SOPs
Regularly update the yard task list and coordinate the completion of those tasks
Assist in the training and task delegation of Work Program participants for yard-related projects
Communicate items to list in the Featured Items email to appropriate staff
Contribute ideas to ensure efficiency and safety of the yard in the build-out plans and implementation
Skills Required
Familiarity with building materials use, reuse, and pricing
Problem-solving, team-building and conflict resolution skills
Competence with the safe operation of forklift and most power tools
Prioritize multiple tasks effectively and help others to do so to accomplish organizational goals
Interpersonal skills and ability to positively communicate with all people where they are at
Essential Functions
Able to be on your feet and moving, stand for long periods of time, and able to work 10 hour days
Able to move heavy and awkward building materials
Operate the forklift to safely transport, store, and load materials
Pay: $13-$16/hour, depending on experience and qualifications. 35-40 hours.
Benefits: Generous paid vacation and holidays, paid family medical leave time, dental & vision insurance, additional wellness benefits, simple IRA Match or HSA Contribution, sustainable commuter benefit, up to 12 paid community volunteer hours per year, staff appreciation activities and meals, chance to work with great people in values-based, triple bottom-line business that works to reduce waste and build community, consideration for advancement into new positions in our growing green business, and more.
Minimum Qualifications
2 yrs experience in retail or a relevant trade
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with building principles, green and reuse building principles and techniques, and sustainability
Proficient with Windows based software (Word, Excel, Email, and Internet)
How to Apply: Submit a resume and cover letter to simon@homeresource.org by April 22, 2019
No phone calls please.
Home ReSource will conduct background checks on all final candidates, and offers of employment are contingent upon those results.
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Home ReSource will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Home ReSource does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices because of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military status, or mental or physical disability.
Home ReSource is committed to providing a safe environment that is free of discrimination and harassment. It is against Home Resources policy to engage in verbal or physical conduct that denigrates or shows hostility or aversion toward any individual because of their race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military status, or mental or physical disability.
