Yard Associate at Vaughan Buckley Construction – Tracy, California

Build the Future with VBC

At Volumetric Building Companies (VBC), we are redefining the future of construction. As a global leader in volumetric modular building, we integrate cutting-edge technology, precision-driven manufacturing, and expert modular construction to deliver high-quality, sustainable buildings—faster and smarter. Headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, with locations across the U.S., UK, Ireland, Poland, and Serbia, our reach is global, but our mission is deeply personal: to create spaces that improve lives.

At VBC, our people are our greatest asset. We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth, where your ideas matter and your work makes a real impact. When you join us, you become part of a team that values excellence, respect, and community—a place where you can build your career while building a better world.

If you’re driven to be the best at what you do and want to be part of something bigger, let’s build the future together.

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Job Summary

A Yard worker handles materials, equipment, and inventory in a busy yard, loading/unloading trucks, organizing supplies (like lumber, concrete, or fencing), performing basic maintenance, operating forklifts/loaders, and ensuring a safe, clean site for construction or production support. A Yard worker keeps the yard organized, clean, and functional by loading/unloading materials, managing inventory, operating machinery (forklifts, pallet jacks), performing basic equipment maintenance (cleaning, minor repairs), assisting with deliveries, and ensuring all activities adhere to strict safety standards, supporting the overall efficiency of construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Material Handling: Loading, unloading, sort, and store building materials, tools, moving, and organizing building supplies, equipment, and products.
• Inventory Control & Organization: Conducting inventory checks, keeping the yard tidy, and ensuring easy access to items. Assist with tracking stock, checking in deliveries, and preparing orders for pickup or delivery.
• Site/Yard Maintenance: Cleaning work areas, washing machinery, and performing basic upkeep. Keep the yard clean, organized, and free of hazards; perform basic landscaping and janitorial duties.
• Shipping/Receiving: Assisting with incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Equipment Management/Operation: Operate forklifts, gradall telehandler, pallet jacks, skid steers, or loaders for moving materials and hand/power tools; perform pre-use checks, cleaning, and report needed repairs on machinery and tools.
• Site Support: Assist skilled tradespeople and operators; help prepare construction sites; may involve basic site prep like grading.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all company safety policies, report unsafe conditions, and participate in safety meetings.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Physical Fitness: Ability to lift heavy objects (50+ lbs) and work outdoors in various weather. Physical stamina for heavy lifting and outdoor work in various weather conditions.
• Basic Skills: High School Diploma/GED, reliability, teamwork, and attention to safety.
• Helpful Certifications: Forklift certification, OSHA 10. Ability to operate various machinery safely (training often provided).
• Experience: Warehouse, construction, or related industry experience is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Teamwork and communication skills.
• Reliability and a strong work ethic.

Work Environment

• Fast-Paced: Can be loud, demanding, and involves working around heavy machinery.
• Outdoor/Indoor: Work may occur both inside warehouses and outside in the yard.

Additional Information:

Shift Schedule: 5:00am-1:30pm

Salary Range: $20-$31.50 (hourly); Non-Exempt

Benefits Offered:

• Highly competitive pay, benefits program, and flexible time-off programs
• 401(k) program with employer matching
• Employee referral programs with charitable donations
• Day of Giving program to volunteer at community charities
• VBC is an equal opportunity employer