Yard Associate - Austin, TX

As a Yard Associate at Master Halco in Austin, TX, your main responsibilities will include accurately preparing orders by reviewing documents, operating forklifts to load and unload trailers, and keeping the yard organized. You will also be involved in shipping and receiving materials, ensuring that all documentation is completed accurately while following safety protocols.

To be eligible for the Yard Associate position at Master Halco, applicants should have at least one year of experience in a warehouse or yard role. A good understanding of building materials is a plus, along with the ability to lift heavy materials (up to 60lbs). Forklift experience and proficiency in reading, writing, and basic math functions are required as well.

Yard Associates at Master Halco work a Monday through Friday schedule during daytime hours, offering a stable work-life balance. This role allows you to spend your weekends free to enjoy family, hobbies, or personal projects.

Absolutely! Master Halco offers a competitive wage of $18.50 per hour for Yard Associates, along with a comprehensive health care plan, a generous matching 401(k), tuition reimbursement up to $10K per year, and a generous paid-time-off package. We believe in rewarding our team members for their hard work and dedication.

At Master Halco, there are numerous opportunities for advancement. We are committed to developing our employees by providing them with the tools, training, and support they need to succeed. Demonstrating a strong work ethic, eagerness to learn, and excellent customer service skills can pave the way for career growth within the company.

Share specific examples of your previous roles in warehouses or yards where you performed similar tasks, emphasizing your ability to operate machinery, organize stock, and adhere to safety protocols. Highlight any relevant experience with building materials, as that could be an asset.

Explain your understanding of safety procedures, such as conducting pre-operation checks on the forklift, wearing appropriate gear, and being aware of your surroundings while operating the machinery. Discuss any specific training or certification you have obtained.

Draw from your experience and discuss a time when collaboration was key to success. Talk about your role, how you supported your team, communicated with them, and overcame any obstacles together to achieve a common goal.

Explain your approach to safely lifting heavy items, stressing the importance of using correct lifting techniques and seeking help or using equipment when necessary. Mention any experience you have had with heavy lifting in past roles.

Share your interest in Master Halco and its reputation in the fencing industry. Talk about your eagerness to be part of a growing company and how you align with their values, especially regarding teamwork and personal development.

Discuss skills such as attention to detail, teamwork, forklift operation, organizational abilities, and customer service. Provide examples of how you have exemplified these skills in previous positions.

Describe your method for prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance. You might discuss utilizing checklists, communicating with your supervisor, or adapting to changes in workload as necessary.

Talk about the systems you've implemented in past roles to keep your workspace tidy and efficient, such as regularly moving materials, labeling stock, or employing a methodical approach to organization.

Provide a specific example of a conflict or challenge with a team member, explaining how you communicated openly to address the issue and contributed to a positive resolution.

Research Master Halco's history, product range, and commitment to quality. Highlight what you admire about the company, and demonstrate your knowledge of their reputation within the fencing industry, showing that you are genuinely interested in being part of their team.