Careers
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As a small family-owned company, hiring and keeping good people is crucial to our business’s success. When you come to work at Genest, we want you to enjoy being part of our team, and we want to create an environment where you can do your best work.
Our holiday parties and summer BBQs are a lot of fun (if we do say so ourselves), but we know that’s not what keeps our employees coming into work for the rest of the year. You spend a third of your life at work. It should be a place where you feel happy, motivated, and supported. We want you to look forward to coming in to work with us every day, and we think the number of folks who have been on our team for 15, 20, or 30+ years – including second- and third-generation Genest employees – means we must be doing something right.
We offer on-the-job training and opportunities for advancement so that you can continue to develop your career. Many employees who started with us as yard associates and forklift drivers have worked their way up to supervisory roles or sales positions. At Genest, we value your individual skills, experience, and contributions whether you’re operating our machinery or selling our products. Your work and dedication is acknowledged and appreciated.
WE PROVIDE OUR EMPLOYEES WITH A GENEROUS BENEFITS PACKAGE
- Full Medical package: Health, Dental, Vision
- Paid Life Insurance
- Paid Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Family Leave
- Retail Center Discounts
- 401(k) with Match and Profit Sharing
- Gym Reimbursements
- Holiday & Vacation Hours Count as Hours Worked for Overtime Purposes
If it sounds like we might be a good fit for each other, please send us an application! We’d love the opportunity to talk to you about joining our team.
EMPLOYEE TESTIMONIALS
CURRENT OPEN POSITIONS
Machine Operator (Sanford, ME)
Do you want to be part of team that produces concrete products and learn how to produce concrete products?
We worked through a global pandemic and did NOT close our doors or stop production!!
SUMMARY:
Safely assist with the daily operations of concrete manufacturing plants & departments as needed; responsible for achieving concrete production goals of EFFICIENCY, QUALITY, and SAFETY
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Monitor cleanliness of the machines and the surrounding areas
- Monitor product and wrapping quality to assure standards are met
- Safely assist with operations of concrete manufacturing equipment
- Assist with operating a rolling conveyor
- Assist with loading and unloading product
- Build & repair wooden pallets
- Assist with organizing yard inventory
- Other related duties as required in various plants
QUALIFICATIONS
- Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Preferred)
- Forklift: 1 year (Preferred)
- Welding: 1 year (Preferred)
REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to stand for the duration of your shift
- Physical strength and endurance to repeatedly lift product
- Safety focused with a production mindset
- Prior experience with tools, machines, welding desired
WHAT CAN YOU BRING TO GENEST?
- You can problem-solve and mechanically troubleshoot
- You can communicate well; both written and verbal
- You are highly reliable and punctual
- You are able to think outside the box
- You are a team player!
JOB TYPE: Full-time
SALARY: $18.00 – $21.00 hourly (DOE)
SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday, 1st shift
Yard Associate / Forklift Operator (Sanford, ME)
LOOKING FOR A FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED COMPANY WITH A GREAT CULTURE?!
GENEST CONCRETE HAS AN IMMEDIATE OPPORTUNITY FOR A DEPENDABLE FORKLIFT OPERATOR/YARD ASSOCIATE FOR OUR SANFORD LOCATION.
SUMMARY: Safely operate a diesel or electric Powered Industrial Truck equipped with forklift to lift, stack, move, load and unload products, equipment, or materials. Assist customers with the loading and unloading of their vehicles. Maintain retail yard and assist customers and Retail Associates as required.
Monday – Friday (and 7-12 on Saturdays during the summer)
COMPANY PERKS
Full benefit package: Health, Dental, Vision
Paid Life Insurance
Paid Short Term & Long-Term Disability
401(k) with match
Generous profit sharing
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Holiday & Vacation hours counted as hours worked for overtime purposes
Gym Reimbursement
Discounts at our Retail Centers
Responsibilities:
- Safely operate forklift (Toyota or Linde – electric model)
- Perform pre-operations and post-operations checks of forklift
- Perform preventative maintenance checks for forklift as required
- Build, organize, and package customer orders
- Load customer vehicles and/or trailers with the use of a forklift
- Review and verify all orders, bill of sales, and other paperwork before loading materials
- Load and unload company tractor trailer and delivery trucks
- Assist with maintaining the organization and cleanliness of the yard
- Safely transport and systemize palletized items, hardscape materials, and other retail items
- Assist with inventory control and cycle counts of materials and merchandise
- Manually move, load, unload, and stack concrete blocks, pavers, retail merchandise, and other materials
- Assist Retail Sales Associates as necessary
- Mend and/or restore wooden pallets
- Movie/Lift materials 75-100lbs
- Attend to customers in a timely, professional, and courteous manner
- Perform housekeeping tasks and/or duties as required such as: sweeping, cleaning common areas, snow removal, painting, etc.
Qualifications:
- Experience in materials handling and distribution center operations
- Proficiency in operating forklifts, including reach trucks and clamp trucks
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety protocols for lift truck operation
- Ability to perform heavy lifting and unload/load materials efficiently
- Basic math skills for inventory management and order picking
- Previous experience in shipping and receiving, with a focus on warehouse efficiency
Genest Concrete is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants and employees for hiring, placement, and advancement, without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or protected veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Forklift: 2 years (Required)
- Retail Yard : 2 years (Required)
Yard Associate / Forklift Operator (Windham, ME)
LOOKING FOR A FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED COMPANY WITH A GREAT CULTURE?!
GENEST CONCRETE HAS AN IMMEDIATE OPPORTUNITY FOR A DEPENDABLE FORKLIFT OPERATOR/YARD ASSOCIATE FOR OUR WINDHAM LOCATION.
SUMMARY: Safely operate a diesel or electric Powered Industrial Truck equipped with forklift to lift, stack, move, load and unload products, equipment, or materials. Assist customers with the loading and unloading of their vehicles. Maintain retail yard and assist customers and Retail Associates as required.
Monday – Friday (and 7-12 on Saturdays during the summer)
COMPANY PERKS
Full benefit package: Health, Dental, Vision
Paid Life Insurance
Paid Short Term & Long-Term Disability
401(k) with match
Generous profit sharing
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Holiday & Vacation hours counted as hours worked for overtime purposes
Gym Reimbursement
Discounts at our Retail Centers
Responsibilities:
- Safely operate forklift (Toyota or Linde – electric model)
- Perform pre-operations and post-operations checks of forklift
- Perform preventative maintenance checks for forklift as required
- Build, organize, and package customer orders
- Load customer vehicles and/or trailers with the use of a forklift
- Review and verify all orders, bill of sales, and other paperwork before loading materials
- Load and unload company tractor trailer and delivery trucks
- Assist with maintaining the organization and cleanliness of the yard
- Safely transport and systemize palletized items, hardscape materials, and other retail items
- Assist with inventory control and cycle counts of materials and merchandise
- Manually move, load, unload, and stack concrete blocks, pavers, retail merchandise, and other materials
- Assist Retail Sales Associates as necessary
- Mend and/or restore wooden pallets
- Movie/Lift materials 75-100lbs
- Attend to customers in a timely, professional, and courteous manner
- Perform housekeeping tasks and/or duties as required such as: sweeping, cleaning common areas, snow removal, painting, etc.
Qualifications:
- Experience in materials handling and distribution center operations
- Proficiency in operating forklifts, including reach trucks and clamp trucks
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety protocols for lift truck operation
- Ability to perform heavy lifting and unload/load materials efficiently
- Basic math skills for inventory management and order picking
- Previous experience in shipping and receiving, with a focus on warehouse efficiency
Genest Concrete is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants and employees for hiring, placement, and advancement, without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or protected veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Forklift: 2 years (Required)
- Retail Yard : 2 years (Required)
Inside Sales Representative
Are you a highly motivated individual who is looking for an opportunity to leverage your masonry/landscaping and/or building/construction experience into a rewarding sales career? If so, Genest Concrete has the ideal position for you!
We are seeking a motivated individual to join our team as an Inside Sales Representative. If you have a passion for landscaping, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record of exceptional customer service skills, this is an excellent opportunity for you.
This role involves working directly with customers and contractors to ensure they are provided with everything they need.
COMPANY PERKS
Full benefit package: Health, Dental, Vision
Paid Life Insurance
Paid Short Term & Long-Term Disability
401(k) with match
Generous profit sharing
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Holiday & Vacation hours counted as hours worked for overtime purposes
Gym Reimbursement
Discounts at our Retail Centers
RETAIL SALES ASSOCIATE – HARDSCAPE & MASONRY
Genest specializes in manufacturing and selling hardscape and masonry products throughout New England. Our friendly and knowledgeable retail inside sales associates are dedicated to ensuring that our customers and contractors are provided with everything that they need.
Competitive Wage: $22.00 – $25.00 range (DOE)
Schedule: Monday –Friday, Day shift, (Saturdays in the summer)
WHAT YOUR DAILY TASKS WILL LOOK LIKE:
- Offer customers and contractors estimates and quotes for masonry, hardscape, and landscaping products
- Execute full sales transaction cycle; processing with cash, checks, credit cards
- Field and assist customer and contractor inquiries
- Flex your stellar sales, communication, and listening skills
- Work as an integral part of the team
SKILLS & QUALIFICIATIONS:
- Knowledge of Landscaping and Hardscaping products
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to speak professionally and courteously with customers and staff
- Must have good communication skills
- Experience operating a forklift
- Ability to remain focused in a busy environment
- Inherent desire to learn and develop on an individual basis
- Ability to work effectively in a retail store & yard environment
- Strive for continuous improvement
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Successfully pass a pre-employment physical exam
- Must be able to walk and stand 8+ hours a day and the ability to lift up to 75lbs by self
- Must be able to bend, stoop, push, pull and reach above head
- Exhibit punctuality, dependability, and reliability
- Possess an optimistic attitude and drive to work hard
