--- title: Careers description: Join Rice Lumber Company in Vermont and explore diverse career opportunities in sales, delivery, and merchandising. Contribute to quality service in the building materials industry. --- - [Home](https://ricelumber.com/) - [Departments](https://ricelumber.com/departments) - [Design Center](https://ricelumber.com/design-center) - [Services](https://ricelumber.com/services) - [Contact Us](https://ricelumber.com/contact-us) # Employment Opportunities ### Positions  |  Benefits  |  Application Rice Lumber Company is always looking for motivated, dependable people to join our growing team. If you value quality work, strong teamwork, and opportunities to learn and grow, we’d love to hear from you. We are a renowned and longstanding provider of high-quality lumber and building materials. With a rich history spanning several decades, Rice Lumber has established itself as a trusted and reliable source for all types of building needs in the region. We pride ourselves on our unwavering commitment to quality, customer satisfaction, and extensive knowledge of building processes and materials. [Interested in Joining Our Team?](https://lp.ricelumber.com/careers#HiringForm) ![Rice Lumber Christmas Party](https://lp.ricelumber.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Rice%20Lumber%20Christmas%20Party.jpeg?width=2000&height=1500&name=Rice%20Lumber%20Christmas%20Party.jpeg "Rice Lumber Christmas Party") ### A Trusted Name throughout the Community Located in Shelburne, Vermont, Rice Lumber has been serving contractors and homeowners for generations. We’re known for our knowledgeable staff, reliable service, and strong relationships within the local building community, something we’ve built through consistency, expertise, and a commitment to our customers. ### A Supportive, Long-Term Work Environment Many of our employees have been with us for 15–30 years, reflecting a workplace culture built on respect, collaboration, and stability. We take pride in creating an environment where people feel supported and can build lasting, meaningful careers. ### Opportunities to Grow and Contribute We offer a variety of roles across the company and every member of our team plays an important role in helping customers complete their projects with quality materials, expert guidance, and dependable service. Our employees are encouraged to expand their skills, deepen their product knowledge, and grow into new roles over time. # We're Hiring for the Following Positions Updated 10/12/2026 Outside Sales Representative Pay $70,000/year base salary plus commission Rice Lumber Company is looking for a motivated Outside Sales Representative to join our growing team. This role focuses on building strong relationships with local contractors and helping them successfully complete their projects by providing the right materials, advice, and support. If you have a background in construction, building materials, or contractor sales and enjoy working directly with customers in the field, we’d love to hear from you. **What You’ll Do** As an Outside Sales Representative, you’ll work closely with contractors to support their projects from planning through completion. Responsibilities include: - Building and maintaining relationships with local contractors and builders - Identifying new sales opportunities through job site visits, calls, and networking - Preparing quotes, estimates, and material take-offs - Assisting customers with product selection and project planning - Coordinating with sales support and yard teams to ensure smooth order fulfillment - Following up on sales leads and maintaining consistent customer communication - Helping contractors stay on schedule by ensuring timely material deliveries - Staying informed on product updates, market trends, and new building solutions - Meeting or exceeding sales and profitability goals **What We’re Looking For** The ideal candidate brings a combination of industry knowledge, sales ability, and strong customer relationships. Qualifications include: - Knowledge of building materials and construction practices **required** - Prior sales or customer service experience **required** - Experience estimating building materials or completing take-offs **required** - Ability to read blueprints **required** - Strong communication and relationship-building skills - Basic math skills including geometry and fundamental arithmetic - Self-motivated with strong organizational and time management abilities - Comfortable prospecting and developing new business through calls and job site visits Outside Sales Coordinator Pay: $23-26/hr plus overtime and bonus opportunities Rice Lumber is seeking an organized, detail-oriented addition to our team to support the outside sales team at our Shelburne, Vermont location. This position will support multiple sales representatives as a reliable resource to their builders throughout the sales process from project planning through completion. The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys helping others, can manage multiple priorities at once, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced building materials environment. **What You'll Do** As Outside Sales Support, you will work closely with our outside sales team and customers to keep projects moving smoothly. Responsibilities include: - Provide day-to-day administrative and sales support to multiple outside sales representatives - Serve as a point of contact and resource for contractors - Facilitate quotes, estimates, and material take-offs - Write and process special orders - Help source products - Coordinate and facilitate customer deliveries - Help track projects, orders, and customer requests from planning through completion - Communicate with vendors and internal teams to source products and resolve questions - Maintain accurate customer and project information - Support the outside sales team with additional administrative and project-related needs as they arise **What We're Looking For** We're looking for someone who is team oriented, dependable, organized, and comfortable taking initiative. The right candidate will be able to manage multiple projects and requests while maintaining attention to detail. - Experience in the building materials, construction, or lumber industry (preferred) - Knowledge of residential construction and building materials (preferred) - Previous sales, customer service, or inside sales experience (preferred) - Strong communication and customer service skills - Excellent organization and attention to detail - Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines - Strong computer and administrative skills - Ability to build positive relationships with customers, contractors, vendors, and coworkers **Schedule** - **Winter Hours (November – April)**Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts with a 1-hour lunch - **Summer Hours (April – November)** Monday–Friday schedule plus two Saturdays per month (8:00 AM–12:00 PM) during the busy building season. Hardware Buyer & Merchandiser Pay: $29-$34/hr Rice Lumber is seeking an experienced and motivated Hardware Buyer & Merchandiser to ensure a world class customer experience at our large, full-service hardware store in Shelburne, Vermont. The Hardware Buyer & Merchandiser will be responsible for store purchasing, inventory, and merchandising while working closely with the Rice Lumber team to keep the store organized, well-stocked, and responsive to the needs of our customers. The Hardware Buyer & Merchandiser plays an important role in growing and strengthening our hardware store while helping customers find the products and expertise they need for their next project. This is a hands-on position for someone who enjoys working with people, has strong organizational skills, and takes pride in creating a well-run and welcoming store. **What You'll Do** Responsibilities include: - Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked sales floor and stockroom - Manage store inventory, monitor product movement, and identify opportunities to improve inventory turns - Monitor slow-moving and dead inventory; develop promotions to move products - Order and replenish inventory based on customer demand, sales trends, and seasonal needs - Merchandise shelves and displays to maximize visibility and organization - Stay current on new products and industry trends - Develop strong relationships with customers and serve as a resource for questions about tools, hardware, and building products - Work with suppliers to navigate supply chain disruptions - Ensure pricing, signage, displays, and product information are accurate and up to date - Identify opportunities to improve the customer experience and increase store sales - Assist with special promotions, seasonal merchandising, and company events - Ensure the store operates safely and efficiently - Maintain showroom samples and ensure literature is up to date - Support other Rice Lumber departments and responsibilities as needed **What We're Looking For** The ideal candidate brings retail experience who is organized, proactive, customer-focused, and comfortable taking ownership of a busy store. - Experience with inventory management, merchandising, purchasing, and vendor relationships (required) - Knowledge of hardware, construction, lumber, or building materials (required) - Strong organizational and time-management skills - Strong customer service and communication skills - Ability to organize and prioritize multiple responsibilities - Comfortable working in a hands-on retail environment **Schedule** - **Winter Hours (November – April)**Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts with a 1-hour lunch - **Summer Hours (April – November)**Monday–Friday schedule plus two Saturdays per month (8:00 AM–12:00 PM) during the busy building season. Delivery Driver (Non-CDL): Flatbed & Box Truck Pay starting at $24.50/hr We are is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Delivery Driver to support our daily operations. This is a local driving position with consistent hours ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, working outdoors, and being part of a team that supports building projects across Vermont. In this role, you’ll drive a variety of delivery vehicles, including flatbed trucks, box trucks, and small delivery vehicles, to ensure customers receive their materials accurately, safely, and on time. **What You’ll Do** As a Delivery Driver at Rice Lumber Company, you’ll play an important role in making sure contractors and homeowners receive the materials they need for their projects. Responsibilities include: - Safely operate flatbed trucks, box trucks, and small delivery vehicles - Load, secure, transport, and unload lumber and building materials with care - Deliver materials to local homes, contractors, and job sites - Verify and complete delivery and pickup orders accurately - Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections - Maintain delivery paperwork and required documentation - Communicate professionally with customers, contractors, and job-site personnel - Work closely with the yard and operations team to coordinate accurate and timely deliveries - Assist with load building, yard tasks, and general operations when needed Vehicles used may include: - 16 ft Hino Box Truck - 16 ft Flatbed Truck - 12 ft F-550 Flatbed Truck - Small delivery trucks for local routes **What We’re Looking For** The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced outdoor environment. Qualifications include: - Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record - Delivery, flatbed, or box truck driving experience preferred - Knowledge of building materials or construction job sites is a plus - Ability to lift up to **100 lbs** and work outdoors in all seasons - Strong attention to detail and ability to verify orders accurately - Strong commitment to safety and following traffic laws - Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently - Willingness to assist with load building and support the team when needed **Schedule** Winter (November – April) Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts Summer (April – November) Monday–Friday schedule plus two Saturdays per month (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM) during the busy building season. CDL Delivery Driver (Boom Truck) Pay $28 - 32/hr depending on experience and overtime opportunities We’re seeking a reliable Boom Truck Delivery Driver to deliver building materials safely and efficiently to job sites. This is a local CDL driving position serving job sites throughout Vermont, no long-haul routes, and you’ll be home every night.This role is ideal for someone with experience operating boom trucks, handling construction materials, and providing excellent customer service on-site. **What You’ll Do** As a member of the Rice Lumber delivery team, you’ll play an important role in making sure contractors and homeowners receive the materials they need safely and on time. Responsibilities include: - Safely operate a boom truck to deliver lumber and building materials to residential and commercial job sites - Load, unload, and securely place materials using the boom arm and other equipment - Ensure deliveries are accurate and materials are handled carefully to prevent damage - Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure safe vehicle operation - Maintain delivery logs and required documentation - Provide professional, courteous service to contractors and customers on job sites - Coordinate with the yard and operations team to ensure accurate and timely deliveries - Take on additional duties as needed to support the team - Assist with loading, unloading, and yard tasks when needed **What We’re Looking For** The ideal candidate is safety-focused, reliable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced outdoor environment. - CDL Class B license required, with a clean driving record - Boom truck or construction material delivery experience preferred - Knowledge of building materials or construction job sites is a plus - Ability to lift up to **100 lbs** and work outdoors in all seasons - Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe load handling - Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently - Positive attitude and strong teamwork skills **Schedule** Winter Hours (November – April)Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts Summer Hours (April – November)Monday–Friday schedule plus two Saturdays per month (8:00 AM–12:00 PM) during the busy building season. CDL Delivery Driver (Moffett Truck) Pay $26.50 - $30/hr We are seeking a dependable CDL Delivery Driver to deliver lumber and building materials to local job sites using a Moffett-mounted forklift truck. This is a local CDL driving position serving contractors and homeowners throughout Vermont, no long-haul routes. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, operating equipment, working outdoors, and providing excellent service on job sites. **What You’ll Do** As a Moffett Delivery Driver, you’ll help ensure contractors and homeowners receive building materials safely and on schedule. Your responsibilities will include: - Operate a Moffett truck with mounted forklift to deliver and place materials directly on construction job sites - Load, transport, and unload lumber, windows, doors, and building materials safely - Use the Moffett forklift to place materials accurately and prevent product damage - Assist with load building and material preparation when needed - Verify delivery orders and ensure special-order items arrive in excellent condition - Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections - Maintain delivery logs and required paperwork - Provide professional, courteous service to contractors and customers - Work closely with the yard and operations team to coordinate efficient deliveries - Assist with yard tasks when needed to support daily operations **What We’re Looking For** To excel in this role, you should possess the following qualifications: - CDL Class B license required with a clean driving record - Moffett truck or construction material delivery experience preferred - Knowledge of building materials or job-site processes is a plus - Ability to lift at least 100 lbs and work outdoors in all seasons - Strong attention to detail and ability to verify delivery orders - Commitment to safe driving and proper load handling - Reliable, responsible, and able to work independently - Willingness to assist with loading, unloading, and yard tasks when needed **Schedule** Winter (November – April) Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts Summer (April – November) Monday–Friday schedule plus two Saturdays per month (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM) during the busy building season. #### Interested in a position at Rice Lumber? [Apply Today](https://lp.ricelumber.com/careers#HiringForm) ## Benefits At Rice Lumber, we value our employees and strive to create a positive work environment. We offer the following benefits: ![Rice Lumber - Birdseye](https://lp.ricelumber.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Rice%20Lumber%20-%20Birdseye.jpg?width=1742&height=1192&name=Rice%20Lumber%20-%20Birdseye.jpg "Rice Lumber - Birdseye") ### Full Benefits Including Medical, Dental, Vision insurance with the ability to opt into life, accident and disability insurance. ### Retirement Plan 401K Retirement plan with employer match ### Employee Discounts ### Paid Time Off ### Pay Based on Experience ### Overtime Opportunties # Join Our Team [![Rice Lumber Logo](https://lp.ricelumber.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RiceLumberLogoRed.jpg?width=890&height=534&name=RiceLumberLogoRed.jpg "Rice Lumber Logo")](https://ricelumber.com) © 2025 Rice Lumber Company. All rights reserved.