Gatehouse Associate - J.D. Irving, Lower Sackville

About this opportunity

We are currently looking for Gatehouse associates to work in a fast-paced retail environment. This position requires working outside and being knowledgeable about building materials to ensure that each customer's order is correct. Due to the Loss Prevention aspect of the position, you need to ensure all products are accounted for and paid for before leaving the premises, so you need to be efficient, tactful, and thorough to excel at this role.

Day-to-day

• Collect payments
• Operate registers, scanners, and credit card/debit card terminals
• Check customer loads for accuracy
• Clear all loads coming in and leaving the yard
• Report any violations, theft, accidents, or injuries to the store manager
• Provide excellent customer service
• Ability to lift light to heavy merchandise

Requirements

• Lumber knowledge is an asset
• Ability to perform physically demanding work as needed
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and a fast-paced environment
• Availability to work days/evenings/weekends (variable shifts)
• Great verbal communication skills
• Basic computer knowledge

About the company

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited operates in Eastern Canada and the USA with a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. Kent, a part of our operations, is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada with 48 locations and an ecommerce website. We are committed to creating accessible environments, nurturing talent, and promoting an inclusive workplace where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully.