Employment Opportunities

A YBC counter sales representative works at the sales counter inside our retail stores and is responsible for servicing and selling to both the professional contractor and the project-oriented homeowner.

The counter sales representative is responsible for greeting customers both in person and on the phone, taking orders, selling products, providing estimates, answering questions related to building materials, keeping the sales counter area and show room neat and well stocked, and providing excellent customer service. The successful candidate must be courteous and professional to all customers, regardless of the situation, become knowledgeable in a variety of different construction projects, and have the ability to communicate effectively.

This is a customer-facing, physically active position requiring employees to use their arms, hands, legs, and backs regularly. The position would require the ability to bend, walk, and stand as necessary as well as be able to lift 50 pounds consistently. The position is a primarily indoor retail environment with occasional exposure to the outdoors.

Responsibilities of the Position:

The counter sales representative is responsible for:

• greeting customers both in-person, on the phone, and electronic avenues.
• acknowledge the presence of a customer if you are working with another customer.
• taking orders.
• selling products.
• providing estimates.
• answering questions related to building materials.
• keeping the sales counter area and show room neat and well stocked.
• maintaining store inventory (stocking shelves).
• learning all aspects of the computer system for appropriate sales processing.
• giving customers the best up-to-date valid information. Do not over promise and never fabricate an answer.
• following proper discounting procedures and obtain approval from a superior for special pricing.
• making every effort to close the sale

The counter sales representative must be committed to:

• Continuous learning and growth
• Embracing a customer first type mentality
• Maintaining a positive cheerful, helpful, can do attitude
• Providing excellent customer service
• Completing all required training
• maintaining job confidentiality
• adhering to all company policies and procedures
• maintaining an appropriate personal appearance
• performing all tasks as assigned by management.

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YBC Yard Employee is responsible for providing professional customer service to contractors and do-it-yourselfers by loading customers, building loads and assisting with maintenance of an efficient and clean lumber yard. This is accomplished by assisting customers in selecting and loading items they have purchased along with gathering materials to be delivered. Inventory control, product knowledge and organization skills are all components of this position. A strong belief in the mission and goals of the company are necessary to this position.

Responsibilities of the Position:

Customer Service:

Meets and greets contractors and do-it-yourselfers while providing exceptional customer service by assisting with the selection and loading of materials.
Accurately pulls and stages materials to be picked up or delivered to ensure schedules are met.

Store Operations:

Contributes to maintaining the inventory in the yard by conducting cycle counts, keeping the yard organized, ensuring the correct material is shipped and received.
Follows all policies and procedures in the yard including sales, inventory and safety.
Properly uses and maintains all equipment.

Knowledge & Training:

Identifies personal growth needs and learning opportunities.
Commits to continued learning on products, packages, procedures and more.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Ability to lift 50+lbs.
• Able to walk or stand for extended period of time.
• Good communication skills
• Proven track record of being a team player.
• Willing to learn all areas of the yard.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including some Saturdays.

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YBC Yard Employee is responsible for providing professional customer service to contractors and do-it-yourselfers by loading customers, building loads and assisting with maintenance of an efficient and clean lumber yard. This is accomplished by assisting customers in selecting and loading items they have purchased along with gathering materials to be delivered. Inventory control, product knowledge and organization skills are all components of this position. A strong belief in the mission and goals of the company are necessary to this position.

Responsibilities of the Position:

Customer Service:

Meets and greets contractors and do-it-yourselfers while providing exceptional customer service by assisting with the selection and loading of materials.
Accurately pulls and stages materials to be picked up or delivered to ensure schedules are met.

Store Operations:

Contributes to maintaining the inventory in the yard by conducting cycle counts, keeping the yard organized, ensuring the correct material is shipped and received.
Follows all policies and procedures in the yard including sales, inventory and safety.
Properly uses and maintains all equipment.

Knowledge & Training:

Identifies personal growth needs and learning opportunities.
Commits to continued learning on products, packages, procedures and more.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Forklift experience preferred
• Able to lift over 50 lbs
• Building Material knowledge preferred

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Now Accepting Applications
Altoona, Bedford, DuBois, Everett, Huntingdon,
Lock Haven, Milton, Muncy, Philipsburg, State College,
Sunbury, & Williamsport

• MANAGEMENT
• OUTSIDE SALES
• INSIDE SALES
• WAREHOUSE/YARD
• DRIVERS

Not all openings may be available at every location.

Vacation, Holidays, 401K, Medical/Life Insurance, Employee Discounts, & ESOP Stock ownership!

Fill out an application and send with resume to:
P.O. Box 1230, Altoona, PA 16603

YBC is an E.O.E./Drug-Free Company