Full-Time Manager Trainee

Company Overview

84 Lumber is the nation’s largest privately held supplier of building materials, manufactured components, and industry‑leading services for residential and commercial construction. With over 320 facilities in 34 states and a strong focus on internal promotion, employees have extensive opportunities for growth and advancement.

About the Role

The Manager Trainee is a full‑time, entry‑level position designed to prepare you for a leadership role within 84 Lumber. Through a structured training plan that includes classroom, online, and hands‑on learning, you will gain experience in sales and customer service, store operations and inventory management, blueprint reading and estimation, forklift operation, business management, and Microsoft Office Suite. No prior experience is required; dedication and a willingness to learn are essential.

Responsibilities

• Payroll, invoicing, inventory, and POS systems
• Use of Microsoft Office Suite (previous experience preferred)
• Interpreting and analyzing common financial reports
• Reading blueprints and creating material lists
• Responding to common inquiries or complaints from customers

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Full‑time availability (48+ hours/week, overtime included)

Benefits

• Monthly performance incentives (store and personal‑level bonus potential)
• Paid Time Off (PTO), sick and personal days
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Holiday pay
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care
• Annual profit sharing and 401(k) with employer match (based on company profits)
• Discounts on building materials and other retail partnerships

Pay

$47,000‑$51,000

Physical Demands & Work Environment

You will work in both indoor and outdoor settings, assisting customers in all weather conditions (wet, humid, hot, or cold). The role requires frequent standing, walking, and lifting of up to 80 pounds, as well as exposure to machinery and airborne particles.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Recognition & Awards

• Most Patriotic Companies by Newsweek, 2026
• Most Trustworthy Companies by Newsweek, 2026
• Largest Family Businesses by Forbes, 2026
• Top Private Companies by Forbes, 2025
• Best Large Employers by Forbes, 2025