Careers
Pukall Lumber Company is a family owned sawmill and local retail lumber yard. We are alway interested in hard-working, reliable employees to work in our manufacturing operations, converting logs to lumber, and our retail building supply stores. The ideal candidate takes pride in his or her personal contributions on the job.
Pukall Lumber offers competitive wages as well as employment benefits that include health, dental and life insurance, paid time off and a 401(k) retirement plan.
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HERE'S HOW YOU CAN APPLY
Complete our Employment Application. You may upload it to us using the "contact us" option below, mail to the address on the application or drop off at one of our stores.
Contact Us to send an email introducing yourself and letting us know what position you may be interested in. You may also upload your resume or employment application.
AVAILABLE POSITIONS
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Full-time; available for flexible scheduling between 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday; ability to travel between three locations (Arbor Vitae, Minocqua, and Manitowish Waters).
Summary
The Information Systems Administrator is responsible for the health and security of Pukall Lumber Company’s technical infrastructure, including network security, hardware deployment, and user support. This role requires a self-directed individual who can manage daily operations across retail and manufacturing sites while coordinating with external vendors and consultants for specialized projects. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.
Administer the Microsoft 365 environment, focusing on user onboarding/offboarding, license allocation, and group management.
Monitor and maintain Hyper-V virtualization hosts and site-to-site networking to ensure maximum uptime for manufacturing and retail operations.
Function as the primary point of contact for diagnosing and resolving computer software, equipment, and connectivity issues.
Manage the retail point-of-sale system, coordinating software updates and configuring hardware interfaces, including PIN pads, printers, and barcode scanners.
Identify opportunities to upgrade or replace legacy systems to improve security and performance across the organization.
Assist in refining operational processes by implementing new hardware or software solutions that increase efficiency.
Manage Chrome OS devices and kiosks via the Google Admin Center to simplify basic terminal functions.
Maintain accurate records of system passwords, IP addresses, and hardware inventory throughout the company.
Develop and monitor management information systems policies and controls to ensure data accuracy, security, and legal and regulatory compliance.
Manage routine backup, storage, and retrieval functions to ensure data integrity and organizational continuity.
Coordinate activities with consultants, technical personnel, and vendors for specialized services and products.
Ensure the functional status of physical security hardware, including surveillance cameras and network recording equipment across all sites.
Coordinate recurring cybersecurity training for employees using third-party platforms to mitigate technology risks.
Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Two-year or four-year degree in a related field, or four years of related IT experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
An initiative-taker willing to explore and learn innovative technologies, including the use of Generative AI for technical research and troubleshooting assistance.
Familiarity with integrated accounting systems or SQL queries is a plus.
Demonstrate business acumen by keeping abreast of technical developments and designing efficient workflows with minimal supervision.
Exhibit dependability through punctuality and follow-through on management direction while maintaining tactful professional relationships.
Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner using available documentation and research tools.
Proven ability to work under pressure, maintain organizational skills, and work collaboratively with stakeholders to solve problems.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to effectively present information to groups.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily.
Knowledge:
Business Acumen – Keep abreast of current developments; require minimal supervision; display understanding of how job relates to others. Generate creative solutions; demonstrate attention to detail. Synthesize complex or diverse information; collect and research data; design workflow and procedures.
Leadership – Seek feedback to improve performance; pursue training and development opportunities; strive to continuously build knowledge and skills; share expertise with others. Express ideas and thoughts verbally and in written form; exhibit good listening and comprehension; keep others adequately informed; select and use appropriate communication methods.
Skills:
Problem Solving – Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information skillfully; develop alternative solutions; work well in group problem solving situations; use reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Teamwork – Establish and maintain effective relations; exhibit tact and consideration; offer assistance and support to coworkers; work cooperatively in group situations; work actively to resolve problems.
Computer – Knowledge of and demonstrate proficiency with database software, inventory software, spreadsheet and word processing software, order processing systems, development, and internet software.
Dependability – Consistently at work and punctual. Follow instructions. Respond to management direction. Ability to initiate, coordinate, and enforce operational and Company policies and procedures.
Safety and Security – Adhere to fostering a safe and healthy work environment by understanding and complying with all applicable OSHA standards and Pukall Lumber Company safety policies, procedures, and training.
Abilities:
Language – Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Ability to effectively present information and communicate with all Pukall Lumber Company employees using skill and diplomacy.
Mathematical – Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Physical Demands – The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and use hands to handle or feel. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. The employee will adhere to all OSHA and Pukall Lumber Company safety standards, including the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, ear plugs, steel-toed footwear, safety vest, and hard hats as required.
The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the job described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.
Full-time shift Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. to include rotating Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Summary
The Inside Sales Associate will sell products, assist customers, and stock merchandise of building materials and supplies department of the retail store. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.
Answer questions and advise customers on selection of building materials and supplies. Cross sells add-on products.
Use point-of-sales system for customer sales; apply knowledge of Company SKU codes and pricing; accept customer payment by cash, credit card, or internal credit; obtain customer information for site delivery; maintain confidentiality of customer information.
Assist customer to carry items to vehicle, if needed; arrange to have Warehouse Customer Service personnel load purchased materials.
Prepare quotations of material costs upon customer request; follow-up by phone to attempt to close sale.
Prepare estimates based on customer design specifications.
Restock by moving materials and supplies from receiving area to display area; replace returned items in appropriate location.
Mark prices on merchandise or price stickers according to pricing guides; count stock.
Straighten and clean materials on display to maintain safe and orderly conditions in sales areas.
Assist in Warehouse, to include operating a forklift, and assist with customer deliveries (Minocqua and Manitowish Waters locations).
Coordinate U-Haul rentals to include scheduling, minor maintenance and cleaning, as well as providing rental information to customers (Minocqua location).
Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous retail and/or customer service experience required.
Current and valid driver’s license.
Knowledge and experience with inventory software, order processing systems, building materials and/or construction industry highly preferred.
Previous experience with estimating desirable.
Previous experience with forklift driving desirable.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily.
Knowledge:
Job Knowledge – Apply product and market knowledge effectively. Competent in required job skills and knowledge. Keep abreast of current developments. Use technology to increase productivity; keep technical skills current.
Customer Service – Respond promptly to customer inquiries about sales, service and assistance. Meet commitments. Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness. Work with a wide variety of customer problems and questions.
Skills:
Problem Solving – Contribute to building a positive team spirit. Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner. Gather and analyze information skillfully. Develop alternative solutions. Exhibit tact and consideration; work actively to resolve conflicts.
Communication – Speak clearly and persuasively in positive and negative situations. Listen and get clarification. Respond well to questions. Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in verbal, written, diagram, or schedule form.
Initiative – Seek and take advantage of opportunities. Ask for and offer help when needed.
Dependability – Consistently at work and punctual. Follow instructions. Respond to management direction. Require minimal supervision.
Safety and Security – Adhere to fostering a safe and healthy work environment by understanding and complying with all applicable OSHA standards and Pukall Lumber Company safety policies, procedures, and training.
Abilities:
Language – The ability to read and interpret documents such as product information, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports, correspondence, and quotations. Ability to effectively speak and present information to the general public. Ability to effectively communicate with all Pukall Lumber Company employees.
Mathematical - The ability to calculate figures and amounts such as cost estimates, discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, areas, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Physical Demands – The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to use computers, and listen to and talk to customers on the phone and in person. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee works in an environment where he/she is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet with some moderate noise when around warehouse mechanical equipment and vehicles.
The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the job described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.
Pukall Lumber is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other class protected by Federal or State law.