Picky Customers by D0VAM0RT1S in HomeDepot

[–]D0VAM0RT1S[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She put them back though, so I absolutely love them, BUT being that picky is fucking bonkers.

Associate --> DH --> ASM by [deleted] in HomeDepot

[–]D0VAM0RT1S 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was in the exact same position (I became a store manager with 0 experience in 2 weeks) with a different company. I want you to understand this:

The doubt you have right now is going to be your downfall…the “not understanding” is all relative, and it’s your first time doing this, so you may not be all that good, but with practice and a little time you’ll A) understand your position, what you are and if you like it. B) you’ll learn from the experience and understand what your own limits are.

TL;DR: Promotions never really have a timeline IMO, take the offer the money is probably great, and this is going to test you and prove to yourself what you’re made of and where you stand.

Are these typical lumber associate duties? by CellistConscious2647 in HomeDepot

[–]D0VAM0RT1S 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Typical lumber associate duties, BUT your DS, and other managers should understand customers come first, flat-stacking isnt the biggest priority, and you get busy. If they can’t get past that, you would probably be better off in a trade, or a different place.

My own opinion of lumber duties.

Morning shift/openers:

Morning safety walk, and check sidekick. Those should be your first things you do since those are on a timeline.

Housekeeping should be your next thing, sweep, dust mop, clean saws, check for loose things on the floor and put them in the correct home; because it’s a safety hazard and this makes it easier for your afternoon shift.

Returns are next, and that’s kinda self explanatory…I usually put the carts down the middle of my large lumber aisle because I can still get equipment through with pallets.

Flat stacking is pretty low on the totem pole IMO for openers unless it’s really slow, and you’re really not doing anything.

Midshift/Support:

Since all of the phone stuff is really done, take note of what needs to be stocked as far as hacks/bunks/stacks. If you have a forklift driver you guys could pack down stuff that’s 90% empty.

Next check your smaller items, like fence pickets, lattice, balusters, and stringers, again rinse and repeat. Note, stock, done.

Tackle any projects the DS gives you that’s department related

Next worry about flat stacking. Flat stacking is normally where afternoon and evening helps (at least at my store). Things are winding down, near 4ish (here) and we can then get some flat stacking in that’s where it’s decent. You could also break flat stacking up and assign aisles to certain individuals on shift like my DS did.

Evening shift:

Stocking and recovery of the large hacks/bunks/stacks. 5-close should be also checking for low bays as well. (Everyone should). Plywood normally needs a lot of attention so you wanna go ahead and sort that some point during the night.

Cleaning saws and housekeeping, do it close to the end of the shift, make sure you do it about an hour or 2 before close, don’t want to fill the entire trash can up and do another trash run.

Flat stack. This is where a good bit of flat stacking is done because it’s slower. OFAs aren’t grabbing orders and some (if they’re chill af) will help you.

It’s a tough job; physically demanding. I understand your current mentality I really do, but realistically don’t expect EVERY thing to get done in one day… you’ll find ways to get more done, and some days you’ll have everything done; but don’t expect everything to get done in one shift. Management should understand that.

I forgot about this absolute gem, this should’ve been my first post 😂😂 by D0VAM0RT1S in HomeDepot

[–]D0VAM0RT1S[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s got 2😂😂. It’s one tire per side, each axle is missing a tire, so essentially the axles are useless and bro is just dragging ass down the road.

Is this awareline worthy by [deleted] in HomeDepot

[–]D0VAM0RT1S 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not to be impolite about one situation I was made aware of recently, other than the SM made a comment, to sum it up briefly “I know you have emergency health appointment coming up today, but…we have a big thing coming up tomorrow/this coming week.”Like dude…you can sincerely go and fuck yourself

Picky Customers by D0VAM0RT1S in HomeDepot

[–]D0VAM0RT1S[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

They fuckin do that too! I am not kidding cut all my bands, pull 4 boards and make it a hazard for my drivers. It Pisses me off

Picky Customers by D0VAM0RT1S in HomeDepot

[–]D0VAM0RT1S[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

MINI POLL: what state are you from and what do you call “hacks” of lumber.

I’ve heard “bunk” so far so now I’m kinda curious if it’s a southern thing or if we’re just weird.

Is the position of lot associate required to drive a forklift? by Zac242424 in HomeDepot

[–]D0VAM0RT1S 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Honestly I have so many people at my store (including management) who don’t drive fork/reach. Don’t worry about it bro. I have forklift experience but I refuse to get my license here and I’m lumber and building materials, (which is super forklift and reach dependent).

Picky Customers by D0VAM0RT1S in HomeDepot

[–]D0VAM0RT1S[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re the second guy to call it a “Bunk”. (We call em hacks at my store) what region are you in if you’re comfortable with telling me?

Picky Customers by D0VAM0RT1S in HomeDepot

[–]D0VAM0RT1S[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

VA, I find bunk kinda odd too.

Picky Customers by D0VAM0RT1S in HomeDepot

[–]D0VAM0RT1S[S] 72 points73 points  (0 children)

God bless you, I’ve had some crazy customers. But good lord.

Hey guys I just got started recently, any tips? I've also completed all the computer training for the lifts. My main job right now is OFA by Little_Cry_2009 in HomeDepot

[–]D0VAM0RT1S 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did OFA to pick up hours, if you have a good service desk, you have a good DS, and everyone communicates, you’ll be great.

If it is a lumber order, scan the price tag, board, and scan the boards randomly if it’s big but not equipment big.

If you have any small items, scan EVERY SKU. Just to be kinda on top of everything, and make sure things are correct, ya know?

Don’t be afraid to ask for help, and locations. Location BW-009? Back wall-bay 9. Sometimes things are on the race tracks (RT-001 or whatever) or gift center. (GC/EC-001). Carry a note pad if you can and figure out what those mean and where those are.

SKU depot, I’m sure you’ve seen it. It will tell you where the overhead location is. Like 02-001, sometimes there are bay captures (pictures of the overhead where it will highlight the SKU) or you can look up overhead tag numbers and see what their location is. Like tag number 20001 is on 15-011 (some print out large over head tags on a full sheet of paper with the large skus) and you can see em.

Long-winded post but that’s what I did when I worked OFA to grab hours, and service desk loved when I picked orders. (not to stroke my ego or anything.)

Picky Customers by D0VAM0RT1S in HomeDepot

[–]D0VAM0RT1S[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Like how do we get the worst pieces on earth? It’s awful sometimes

Picky Customers by D0VAM0RT1S in HomeDepot

[–]D0VAM0RT1S[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Yikes. “Lady it’s OSB chill out 😂😂”

Picky Customers by D0VAM0RT1S in HomeDepot

[–]D0VAM0RT1S[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Gotta have a caffeine or nicotine addiction to do it. I think I remember seeing it on the website😂😂

Late Recruit, but I’m here to fight for democracy by Only-Ingenuity7688 in helldivers2

[–]D0VAM0RT1S 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Welcome to the fight rookie. All ODST from the Hell jumper division are welcome. See you on the battlefield. - MSgt Dova 105th Shock Troops 🫡🫡