Careers

There may be other CDL Driver positions posted, but how many offer you the chance to be an employee owner and make sure you’re home every night?

Great Plains Distribution, a division of 100% employee owned Mead Lumber company (founded in 1910), distributes lumber and building material products used by builders and professional contractors to Mead Lumber locations across the region.     

The Distribution Center is hiring a CDL driver to safely deliver product loads to Mead store/yard locations in the area.  Work a M-F daytime schedule, with some overtime required.  But………NO nights, NO weekends and you’ll be home every night!!

Preferred candidates will have a valid Class A CDL, be forklift certified, and have one year of recent tractor trailer and forklift operation experience. 

Once eligible, you’ll participate in our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), a unique benefit that can provide a financial source for your future/retirement that very few companies offer.  We also provide our employees with:

• Competitive Pay
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Fidelity 401(k)
• Education Assistance
• And more………….

Complete the application on line at https://www.meadcompanies.com/careers/list or stop by the Great Plains Distribution office at 910 N Shady Bend Rd, Grand Island, NE 68802.

If your application appears to be a potential match, you’ll receive a phone call from a manager who will conduct a brief phone screen with you. 

Apply today before this opening is filled.  You could be our next Employee Owner and begin an exciting and rewarding career in the high growth Lumber & Building Materials industry. 

To learn more about our Mead Lumber, visit https://www.meadcompanies.com

Note:  Mead conducts a DMV, Background and Drug Test as conditions of employment.  

EEO

This position offers a competitive compensation package and outstanding benefit program including medical, dental and EMPLOYEE STOCK OWNERSHIP PLAN and accrued VACATION in the first year. Wage DOE

Driver/Yard Worker Job Summary:

Primary responsibility is to pull and assemble loads and/or drive company vehicles to deliver merchandise to customer jobsites and physically unload the materials to the customer’s satisfaction.  Keep yard clean and assist customers in the yard.

Driver/Yard Worker Responsibilities & Duties:

• Learn company products, procedures, culture, and customer service philosophy
• Safe loading, handling and transportation of materials and heavy cargo
• Provide the highest level of customer service to all customers
• Load and off-load company trucks with building materials by hand and/or forklift
• Receive delivered inventory by properly inspecting paperwork for accuracy and place in designated location
• Ensure appropriate paperwork is completed per company policy
• Perform daily inspection of each vehicle you drive for safe driving & report malfunctioning equipment promptly
• Comply with all DOT regulations
• Listen and work with customers to solve customer complaints
• Maintain and manage yard efficiency
• Perform additional job duties as assigned

Driver/Yard Qualifications & Requirements

1. Class B CDL license preferred

1. Valid driver’s license, current automobile insurance and a good driving record
2. Skilled knowledge of building materials
3. Experience operating radial saw, cut-off saw, chain saw and forklift preferred
4. Desire to learn and grow professionally
5. Ability to effectively communicate with customers and co-workers
6. Ability to react quickly to problems and respond to them accurately and professionally
7. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide and interpret standard unit tape measure
8. Ability to stand/walk for 4 -10 hours daily, stoop, kneel & crouch
9. Physical strength to lift and carry 50-80 pounds

Mead Lumber offers a competitive pay and benefit package, including paid holidays, vacation and sick time, group medical and dental insurance, 401(k), ESOP, dependent education assistance.

Mead Lumber considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, age, pregnancy, marital status, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or any other protected basis prohibited by law.

An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Job Summary

Primary responsibility is to pull loads for delivery, stock product, keep yard clean and load customers in the yard.

 Responsibilities & Duties                                                 

• Learn company products, procedures, culture and customer service philosophy
• Skilled knowledge of building materials to effectively construct loads for customer and/or construction site deliveries
• Build safe and efficient loads of building materials by correctly reading orders and invoices
• Understand weight limits and length limits for fleet of trucks as to safely and lawfully load trucks
• Load and off-load company trucks with building materials both by hand and with a forklift
• Ensure that appropriate paper work is completed as per company policy
• Receive delivered inventory by properly inspecting paperwork for accuracy and by depositing inventory in designated locations
• Perform daily safety audit of forklift and promptly report any malfunctioning equipment

 Qualifications & Requirements

• Knowledge of receiving/inventory control principles, practices and protocols
• Knowledge of dimension lumber and panel products and other building materials
• Ability to read and interpret orders and invoices
• Ability to concentrate and attend to detail in a fast-paced environment
• Experience operating radial arm saw, cut-off saw, chain saw and forklift preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers and co-workers
• Ability to safely operate a forklift
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, and interpret standard unit tape measures
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos in English
• Ability to stand/walk for 4-10 hours per day
• Ability to lift up to 50 – 80 pounds
• Current driver’s license, current automobile insurance and good driving record

 Mead Lumber offers competitive pay and benefit package including:

• Paid holidays
• Vacation and sick time
• Group medical and dental insurance
• 401(k)
• ESOP
• Dependent education assistance

 We are proud to be and equal opportunity employer.  We are also a Drug Free Employer.

Job Summary

Primary responsibility is to drive company vehicles to deliver merchandise to customer jobsites and physically unload the materials to the customer’s satisfaction. 

 Responsibilities & Duties

• Learn company products, procedures, culture and customer service philosophy
• Safe loading, handling and transportation of materials and heavy cargo
• Delivering materials to the destination and unloading materials properly
• Provide customer with knowledgeable, courteous, and prompt service at all times
• Responsible for maintaining vehicle in safe operating condition
• Inspect the truck for any defects or problems which might arise before or after trips, such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water
• Comply with all DOT regulations
• Work with customers to solve customer complaint
• Perform additional job duties as assigned

 Qualifications & Requirements

• Ability to safely operate a Flatbed/Flatbed Dump Truck/Truck Mounted Forklift
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, and interpret standard unit tape measures
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos in English
• Ability to effectively present information to customers, and other employees
• Sitting for a prolonged period
• Ability to stand/walk for 4-8 hours per day
• Ability to lift up to 50 – 80 pounds
• Ability to pull, push and grip and ability to stoop and climb 2 - 3 feet steps (into & out of cab)
• Current driver’s license, current automobile insurance and good driving record

 Mead Lumber offers competitive pay and benefit package including:

• Paid holidays
• Vacation and sick time
• Group medical and dental insurance
• 401(k)
• ESOP
• Dependent education assistance

 We are proud to be and equal opportunity employer.  We are also a Drug Free Employer.

• Paid holidays
• Vacation and sick time
• Group medical and dental insurance
• 401(k)
• ESOP
• Dependent education assistance

We provide our customers with everything they need to build a beautiful home or complete a remodel/addition.  Flooring is an important part of that process.  It takes someone with the right skills and experience to present ideal solutions to meet a customer’s needs.

The Mead Lumber location in Salina, KS is adding a Flooring Sales Specialist.  Mead Lumber is 100% employee owned and has been serving builders and professional contractors across the Midwest since 1910.  

As a Flooring Sales Specialist, you’ll meet with customers in the store’s showroom, where you have access to unparalleled product selection at unbeatable prices. You can work hands on with the customer and present them with solutions that match their specific needs.  You’ll also have access to special order options, support from our top notch Marketing team, and the use of company social media platforms to drive store branding and product awareness.

Desired qualifications include:

• 1+ years demonstrated success selling flooring. Training available.

• Experience with solution selling strategies.
• Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Strong sales acumen, ability to network and prospect for new sales opportunities.
• Strong customer service skills.

In return for your hard work and commitment to our customers, you can become an employee owner.  Once eligible, you’ll participate in our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), a unique benefit that can provide a financial source for your future/retirement that very few companies offer.  We also provide our employees with:

• Competitive Pay
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Fidelity 401(k)
• Education Assistance

Complete the application on line at https://www.meadcompanies.com/careers/list or stop by the Mead Lumber location at 707 North Broadway, Salina, KS 67401.  If your application appears to be a potential match, you’ll receive a phone call from a manager who will conduct a brief phone screen with you. 

Apply today before this unique opening is filled.  You could be our next Employee Owner and begin an exciting and rewarding career in the high growth Lumber & Building Materials industry. 

 Mead Lumber is an EEO Employer.

Outside Sales Representative Job Summary: Outside Sales Representative will be responsible for selling building materials and services to existing and prospective contractor customers. This involves visits to jobsites in Vermillion and surrounding communities.

 Responsibilities of Outside Sales Representative:

• Learn company products, procedures, culture, and philosophy in dealing with current contractor and prospect contractor customers.
• Maximize market penetration with assigned accounts.
• Prospect new customers to expand customer base.
• Follow up with current and former customers on regular basis to provide excellent customer service based on overall needs.
• Evaluate competitive situations and determine appropriate action to gain additional business.
• Engage as a partner with your customers, seeking insight into existing and future opportunities.
• Become your customer’s preferred supplier.
• Understand profit margins and how to maintain them while increasing sales.
• Attend training sessions to learn and keep current on products we sell.
• Educate contractors on products we sell.
• Effectively handle customer complaints and warranty issues.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

 Qualifications & Requirements of Outside Sales Representative:

• Friendly outgoing personality that enjoys working with people.
• Ability to establish rapport, build business relationships and provide solutions to our contractors.
• Competitive nature and strong sales attitude.
• Motivation with strong drive and desire to succeed.
• Time management, execution and organizational skills are necessary to be successful.
• Must be able to learn products, sales processes and systems.
• Proven success in sales and building relationships is a plus.
• High School diploma required.
• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record, reliable vehicle.

 Mead Lumber offers a competitive pay and benefit package, including paid holidays, vacation and sick time, group medical and dental insurance, 401(k), ESOP, dependent education assistance.

 Mead Lumber considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, age, pregnancy, marital status, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or any other protected basis prohibited by law.

An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

This is a VIBRANT, key role-with our industry's leader Truss Craft of Nebraska.

This position offers a competitive compensation package and outstanding benefit program including medical, dental and EMPLOYEE STOCK OWNERSHIP PLAN and accrued VACATION in the first year.

Competitive wage

This is an excellent opportunity for a "hands on" person with a good work ethic and carpentry aptitude in a high pace production environment. Some lifting required.

We offer a competitive compensation package and outstanding benefit program including medical and dental, ESOP, and related.

**ALL SHIFTS AVAILABLE**

Apply in person or online

Truss Craft
Attn: Luke Wiesen
916 North Shady Bend Road Ste A
Grand Island, NE 68802

• Read and review rough sketches, drawings, specifications, and other engineering data received from building design professionals to include architects, engineers and draftsmen.
• Evaluate feasibility of design ideas, based on factors such as appearance, safety, function, serviceability, budget, production costs/methods, and market characteristics.
• Research production specifications, costs, production materials and manufacturing methods, and provide cost estimates and itemized production requirements.
• Modify and refine designs to conform to customer specifications, production limitations or building plan modifications.
• Ensure conformance to all relevant building requirements and municipality building codes.
• Develop component documents for work orders the reflect knowledge or equipment used in plant and how to optimize efficiency of cutting and component assembly; demonstrates knowledge of loading conditions and utilizes design software packages.
• Assist sales and customer service staff on technical aspects of customer inquiries.
• Present quotes and reports to sales, bidding and discuss need for modification.
• Other duties as assigned.
  

• 2 years of industry and truss design experience.
• Proficient in industry and supplier software applications.
• Proficient in Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• High School Diploma, General Education Degree (GED) or Associate’s Degree required.
• CAD and/or BIM experience preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

• Paid holidays
• Vacation and sick time
• Group medical and dental insurance
• 401(k)
• ESOP
• Dependent education assistance

• Review and evaluate cost estimates
• Consult with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues regarding new & current projects.
• Analyze blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials and labor estimates.
• Review material & labor requirements to decide most effective way to produce components.
• Assess cost effectiveness of products, projects, or services.
• Prepare cost estimates, bids and technical reports.
• Ensure timely completion of estimates.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with vendors & subcontractors
• Work directly with Outside Sales Representative and General Contractors regarding all aspects of blueprints, structural issues, specification book, estimates, voluntary substitutes and scope of work.
• Assemble & expedite submittals
• Work alongside salesperson, customer, and subcontractor to ensure all schedules are met.
• Expedite and resolve issues as they arise.

• 4 years in lumber and/or building materials industry.
• Estimating experience.
• Proficient in industry and supplier software applications.
• Proficient in Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• High School Diploma, General Education Degree (GED) or Associate’s Degree required
• Rough Carpentry, Project Supervision and or Project Manager experience will be considered.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Certificates of Completion in blueprint reading and estimating.
• CAD and BIM experience is preferred.