Freight Receiving Associate

Receiving Associate

Location: Paradise Lumber & Hardware – 3C-1 Susannaberg, Centerline Rd, St. John, US Virgin Islands 00831

Job Type: Full-Time

Compensation: Competitive hourly rate + employee discounts

About Us:
Paradise Lumber & Hardware has been a trusted part of the St. John community since 1997. We provide quality lumber, hardware, tools, building supplies, and lawn & garden products with friendly, reliable service. Join our close-knit team in a busy island store where your attention to detail and hard work help keep our shelves stocked and our customers happy.

Job Summary:
We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Receiving Associate to join our team. In this essential role, you will be responsible for receiving, checking, and processing incoming merchandise and deliveries. You’ll ensure accuracy, organize stock efficiently, and support the smooth flow of inventory from the back to the sales floor. This is a hands-on position perfect for someone who enjoys physical work and takes pride in accuracy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive and unload incoming shipments of lumber, hardware, tools, building materials, and garden products
• Check incoming merchandise against purchase orders and packing slips for accuracy and condition
• Inspect items for damage or discrepancies and report issues to management
• Label, organize, and stock received items in the warehouse, store shelves or designated storage areas
• Assist with moving and staging materials for the sales floor or customer orders
• Help with carry-outs and loading customer vehicles when needed
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized receiving and warehouse area
• Work closely with the sales team, cashiers, and management to ensure timely restocking

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in receiving, warehouse, stockroom, or retail inventory roles preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately verify shipments and paperwork
• Physically able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs repeatedly and work in a fast-paced environment
• Honest, reliable, and able to handle heavy materials in various weather conditions
• Punctual, dependable, and willing to work with open availability (including weekends and some holidays)
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Forklift experience or certification is a plus, but not required
• Positive team-oriented attitude and strong work ethic

What We Offer:

• Health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options (for full-time positions)
• A great teamwork atmosphere with supportive colleagues who understand island life
• Employee discounts on hardware, lumber, tools, plants, and more
• Opportunity to be part of a stable, community-focused local business
• Flexible scheduling options

We are currently hiring for a Full-Time Receiving Associate position. If you’re dependable, detail-oriented, and enjoy hands-on work in a lively island hardware store, we’d love to have you on our team at Paradise Lumber & Hardware!

How to Apply:
Please apply through Indeed with your resume and a short note about your receiving or warehouse experience and why you’d be a great fit for the Receiving Associate position. We look forward to hearing from you!

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you available any day anytime?
• When are you available to start?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Computer literacy: 2 years (Preferred)
• Shipping & receiving: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)
• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Forklift Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• St John, VI (Required)

Work Location: In person