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In a typical day as a yard worker you’ll start seeing to the early morning customers. While finishing up dnt lady needs for deliveries going out that day. Management only got involved when there was a problem or there was a customer who spent “big money” on the scene. In one meeting we were told & I quote “i don’t care about the homeowners who spend a couple hundred every other month, i’m sorry but i don’t. they don’t spend enough.” Which led to a macho man-esque bravado fueled speech about how much money in sales the management intended to generate. When the upper management would visit, they would walk by the yard workers and drivers. Rarely shaking hands and making small talk. It’s a very bleak atmosphere and i would highly recommend inquiring into the style of management at your location before joining. But seeing the way the ones at the top carry themselves, I’d say this company doesn’t appreciate its lower level employees. simply my experience. 

Company cares more about outward expansion and gaining investment than building up the existing locations. They offer zero commissions and low wages/support. Management doesn’t support staff, regional/vp and upper staff are not present or communicate with their managers. Inventory structure is horrendous, and the ability to learn is non existent. I left with the same knowledge I entered with. The company refuses to address consistent HR issues, lacks discipline and accountability and at every yard there is one or two people doing ALL the work.  They don’t use a proper logistics/routing system and allow lower staff to make decisions that should be controlled by people with experience and insight to the situations. One customer will pay more than the other depending on the disposition of the employee ringing the sale. There are no set parameters for margins or anything. STAY AWAY as a customer and employee. 

The company is big and growing but this is their 2nd northern branch and they are having difficulties explaining. Employees there see orders through from purchasing, receiving, to delivering. Many of the salespeople at the branch are still having  a hard time learning the software used. The management does not care about its employees and if you do not fit in their vision, you are out. We went through 3 different branch managers in the span of one year and there was a lot of drama due to finger pointing from salespeople. Overall it is a high stress/ fast pace work environment due to the fact that management is constantly playing catch up or fixing mistakes. I'd say once they have a manager who can both understand their role and the market they are in the team  should be able to run like a well oiled machine.


Working at Decks & Docks has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my career. This company gives you what I like to call a “blank check” — it’s up to you to fill in the value through your own hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence. The opportunities are truly endless if you’re willing to put in the effort.

What I appreciate most is the trust and freedom the leadership team gives you. They empower you to make the decisions necessary to be successful in your market, and they support you every step of the way. It’s rare to find a company that combines that kind of autonomy with genuine care for its people.

From entry-level employees to seasoned leaders, everyone is valued here. Decks & Docks doesn’t just talk about growth and opportunity — they live it. If you’re motivated, self-driven, and looking for a place where your success is truly in your hands, this is it.

This place is a really good way to learn about how much the world has changed. Hard work doesn’t pay off here. Brown nosing, and getting in the right circle does. Work environment is awful due to the fact that you have no knowledge of how well or not well you’re doing your duties. The upper management is only concerned with the bottom line & that’s PROFIT. They don’t learn your names, they don’t look you in the eye. Heck they barley even say hello. No, don’t apply at Decks & Docks, unless you need a job immediately. There are countless other lumber companies out there. Do yourself a favor and look there, I know I am.

I unfortunately would not recommend. This place is messy and lacks structure and professionalism. Upper management only cares about growing their stores/branches and expanding while leaving their staff & employees overworked and incredibly stressed out. They don’t want to hire enough staff to handle the immense work loads and there is zero confidentiality and accountability, you are expected to handle the workload of 3-4 people and not speak up. There is no structure in the work environment and most staff members do as they please . Did not feel like I had job security here. 

The mean reason for leaving was a person one. The pay way was under for experience truck driver. They hired an inexperienced assistant manager to become a manager of truck drivers and he has no idea to this day how trucking works or over loading or weighing tractor trailers. He also has no clue of DOT requirements or regulations. Not a good fit for the position. Glad I am no longer there but the workers and store personal are awesome and amazing at the location I was employed at. Truly blessed to have had the chance to work with them. The customers normally awesome as well. Some times hard to please all. 

i worked, at the time, as a "Lumber Man" in the yard. when orders came out, i filled the order with whatever the client purchased, as far as lumber was concerned. the manager was sales driven and thats it.Never concerned about anything outside of that. The work place really had no culture because you were constantly on the go. the hardest part was working in the sun all day for ten and only a 30min break. The best part of the day was aways at the water fountain. refreshing!!

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Yard worker 63 salaries reported	$18.63 per hour
Truck driver 86 salaries reported	$23.02 per hour
Inside sales representative 16 salaries reported	$21.16 per hour
Inside sales 27 salaries reported	$21.06 per hour
Branch manager 3 salaries reported	$70,833 per year

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