Yard Coordinator

Be part of a growing, successful company in an exciting and challenging field. Border States is 100% employee-owned, which means you’re empowered to make decisions, find solutions and receive rewards for your hard work. This position will be located in: Denver, CO  Application Deadline: Posted Until FilledPlease note that the position may be filled before or after the listed application deadline. Applications will only be accepted while the posting remains active.Job SummaryOperates forklift machinery to lift, load or move material as directed. Maintains equipment and daily equipment logs and maintains forklift inspection reports. Supports logistic operations by receiving, checking, and packing material to be delivered and assisting with inventory functions including, order filling, stocking, cycle counts and processing returns.ResponsibilitiesEssential functionsInspects machinery and asses the work area before operations to ensure safetyTakes proper precautionary measures when operating machineryOperates forklift machinery to lift, load or move materialWorks in an outdoor environment in varying weather conditionsMaintains equipment in clean, good working condition and monitors maintenance and mileage dataReports any maintenance or issuesMaintains daily equipment logs and daily forklift inspection reportsNon-essential functionsSupports essential logistic operations through storage, transportation and repairing equipmentAssists in inventory functions including cycle counts and processing returnsCleans and maintains all work areas from trash and clutterPerforms other duties as assigned by supervisor or other designateQualificationsPrefer a minimum of a two-year business/trade degree or equivalent in work experience. Good knowledge of electrical products/systems is preferred. Ability to read, write and speak in English, required.  Working knowledge of PC for Windows, Internet, Email and SAP software is a plus.Prior experience with Bill of Ladings, purchase orders and shipping documents, preferred.Must have large forklift and heavy material experience. Must have strong attention to detail.Knowledge of Rigging safety, preferred.Knowledge of securing all loads to flatbed trailers, preferred.Skills and AbilitiesExcellent interpersonal communication skills (reading, writing and speaking English) Ability to effectively plan and organize your day and work areaExcellent customer service skills include being competent, accurate, responsive, and engaged.Ability to be experienced, safe, and efficient operators of large material handling equipment.Physical RequirementsLift and carry requirements (weight and frequency):Occasionally 0 – 33% Frequently 34 – 66% Continuously: 67 – 100%Lift from Floor to Waist:< than 10 lbs. - Occasionally10 to 25 lbs. - Occasionally26 to 50 lbs. - Occasionally51 to 75 lbs. - Occasionally76 to 100 lbs. - Occasionally101 + lbs. - OccasionallyAbove Waist Lift:< than 10 lbs. - Occasionally10 to 25 lbs. - Occasionally26 to 50 lbs. - Occasionally51 to 75 lbs. - Occasionally76 to 100 lbs. - Occasionally101+ lbs. - Not at allUnilateral Carry:< than 10 lbs. - Occasionally10 to 25 lbs. - Occasionally26 to 50 lbs. - Not at all51 to 75 lbs. - Not at all76 to 100 lbs. - Not at all101+ lbs. - Not at allBilateral Carry:< than 10 lbs. - Occasionally10 to 25 lbs. - Occasionally26 to 50 lbs. - Occasionally51 to 75 lbs. - Occasionally76 to 100 lbs. - Not at all101+ lbs. - Not at allPhysical ActivityFrequency at which you would do the following in a typical day:Sitting (a continuous period of being seated) - FrequentlyStanding (for sustained periods of time) - OccasionallyWalking (moving about on foot to accomplish tasks) - OccasionallyBending/Stooping (downward and forward) - OccasionallyCrawling (moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet) - Not at allClimbing/Walking Stairs (ascending or descending) - OccasionallyReaching (extending arms in any direction) - FrequentlyCrouching/Squatting (bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine) - OccasionallyKneeling (bending legs at knee to come to rest on knee(s)) - Not at allBalancing (maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling) - FrequentlyRepetitive Motion (substantial movement (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers) - OccasionallyTrunk Rotation (movement in any direction, whether standing or sitting, with at least one foot stationary and in contact with the floor) - OccasionallyPushing/Pulling (using upper extremities to press against or draw or tug) - OccasionallyHandling (applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm) - ContinuouslyFingering (picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers and not whole hand) - FrequentlyTalking (expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word) - OccasionallyDriving (the control and operation of a fork lift) - FrequentlyDesk Work (tasks generally performed at a desk, including use of a computer, printer, fax machine, telephone and other office equipment) - OccasionallyUse of tools (safely operate equipment needed for receiving, conveying, stocking, packaging, and shipping parts) - FrequentlyHearing (perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels) - ContinuouslyExposure (to adverse weather & temperature conditions) - FrequentlyTravel (travel needed to perform job duties) - Not at allAdditional InformationThis job description is a summary of the job duties and responsibilities and is not intended to cover all possible job duties and is subject to change at the employer’s discretion. Employees must be able to perform the essential job duties and satisfy job requirements either with or without a reasonable accommodation.Our HistoryBorder States is a leader in the electrical supply distribution industry with approximately 130 locations in 31 states. Our employee-owners are second to none in delivering top-notch customer service and in demonstrating extra-ordinary people skills. We are one of the largest independent electrical distributors in the United States providing products and services to the construction, industrial and utility industries. Border States has a competitive benefit package and is a 100 percent employee-owned company. Employee-ownership is a significant part of our culture and our success stems from the dedication of our employee-owners. We practice open-book management and our employee-owners are empowered with clearly defined levels of authority to be innovative and decisive, allowing us to respond quickly to the needs of customers. Employee-owners understand their roles in the success of the company and care about customers’ needs, which drives our focus on adding value to everything we do. We recognize that not all customers are the same and each has specific requirements. Our employee-owners understand these diverse needs and have the commitment, resourcefulness and flexibility to outperform all others.ValuesAs a Border States employee-owner, you’re responsible for living our mission, service philosophy and service standards.Our PurposeWe believe unstoppable businesses shouldn't go it alone. We are owners - of relationships, of outcomes, of every moment these unstoppable businesses need to deliver.Service PhilosophyWe earn customer loyalty and confidence by caring about their needs and adding value to everything we do.Service StandardsBorder States employee-owners are competent, accurate, responsive, and engaged .Your careerJoin an experienced team at one of the largest electrical distributors in the United States. What are you waiting for? Border States has a competitive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:Health, Dental and Vision BenefitsAccident, Critical Illness, Hospital IndemnityFSA & HSAEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Disability Benefits401(k) Retirement PlanLife InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramPaid HolidaysPaid Volunteer TimePersonal Leave time and moreBorder States provides bonuses to their employee-owners upon the achievement of branch and company goals. Equal Opportunity For AllIt’s not just the law.  It’s something  we’ve believed in since our founding.  We value the diversity of all of our employee-owners and will always be an equal opportunity employer. Drug Free/Smoke Free workplaceEmployment may be contingent on the offered candidate successfully passing one or more of the following pre-employment screenings:Criminal background check (required for all positions)Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check (required for positions involving driving)Drug testingThe MVR check and drug testing vary by role and will be communicated to the offered candidate during the onboarding process and as applicable.