Salvage Crew Member - The RE Store

2309 Meridian St near Broadway, Bellingham WA

Description

The RE Store is a program of RE Sources, a non-profit environmental education and advocacy organization based in beautiful Bellingham, Washington. RE Sources protects the communities, creatures and wild places of the central Salish Sea region through a combination of bold advocacy, public issue-focused education, hands-on environmental education for students, scientific fact and effective action. The RE Store stands against racism, white supremacy, and injustice and the ingrained structures and institutions that enable and perpetuate them. Indigenous, Black and other communities of color, as well as low income families and children, are disproportionately harmed by environmental degradation and climate change. We envision a future where every person benefits from clean energy, less pollution and thriving outdoor places. Our community is in the middle of a market boom in which housing and building material costs are skyrocketing. As a community focused architectural salvage center, we work to create a culture of reuse by diverting waste from the landfill, offering affordably priced building materials and home furnishings for all income levels, providing job training opportunities, and fostering an inclusive space where all feel welcome. The RE Store is seeking an energetic and motivated team member to join our salvage crew. The salvage crew is responsible for our pick up service operations in and around Whatcom County, hauling a wide variety of building materials to be sold at our store. As a licensed contractor, The RE Store salvage crew is also responsible for our contract operations; salvaging and deconstructing everything from cabinets and flooring to larger structures like decks and garages. This position involves customer service, working as a team, and advancing the mission of our organization. Salvage crew members serve as representatives of RE Sources and The RE Store while on the sales floor, at job sites, and inside private homes, businesses, and public institutions. The ideal candidate will have a clean driving record, experience using tools and driving light duty work trucks, and must be able to lift 70 lbs. Responsibilities and Duties - Work on job sites to salvage building material as determined by the Salvage Crew Lead. - Safely load, transport and unload materials. - Follow pickup and delivery procedures. - Assist store staff as appropriate. - Attend monthly staff meetings by Zoom. - Follow and implement The RE Store safety plan. - Learn and follow all RE Store policies and procedures as outlined in the RE Store manual and become familiar with our mission and practices. - Commitment to the goals of The RE Store. Desired Qualifications - Previous experience in construction or deconstruction work. - Knowledge of the value and uses of a wide range of building materials. - Working knowledge of basic hand and power tools. - Knowledge of tie-down knots and cargo straps. - Ability to load and drive light duty trucks. - Valid Washington State driver’s license. - Familiarity with local business community and local reuse/recycling programs. - Previous experience in customer service - Ability to interact and communicate well with the public. - Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with constantly shifting priorities. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our region’s communities. RE Sources encourages applications from Black, Indigenous, People of Color, Persons with Disabilities, Women and Gender-nonconforming people especially in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented. Data shows that women and BIPOC candidates often hesitate to apply for a job because they may not meet all the qualifications listed. If you feel passionate about our efforts and believe that you have the skills to contribute to the growth of our organization, we want to hear from you. Hours and Compensation The Salvage Crew position is 32-40 hours per week with a starting wage of $16.00 per hour. The scheduled shifts will be 8:00am to 6:30pm, Monday through Thursday. The position is full-time and is eligible for RE Sources complete benefits package including medical, dental and eye insurance, sick leave, PTO accrual and a 401K employer matching option. We are motivated to fill this position as soon as possible with the right candidate. To Apply: - Drop off a cover letter and resume to The RE Store cashier or - Pick up an application from the cashier at The RE Store or - Send cover letter and resume to: [email protected]. Put “Seasonal Retail Sales Staff” in subject line. The RE Store is located at 2309 Meridian Street, Bellingham, WA. For a full job description and to learn more about THE RE Store, please visit our website: re-store.org/employment-and-internships construction, salvage, deconstruction, carpentry, framing, plumbing, electrician, wiring, concrete, roofing, power tools, forklift, painting, trucking, job site