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A Place to Grow

At E.C. Barton & Company, our 140-year history is built on more than just building materials—it's built on people. Whether you're working at a Barton’s lumberyard, a Home Outlet showroom, or a Seconds & Surplus warehouse, you're part of a family of brands united by shared values, employee ownership, and a commitment to exceptional service. Each brand brings its own story, culture, and strengths to our company—giving team members opportunities to make a difference, grow their careers, and feel proud of the work they do every day. From our deep roots in local communities to the lasting relationships we form with customers and coworkers, E.C. Barton & Company is more than a place to work—it's a place to grow.

Home Outlet Partners standing in an in-store kitchen display

Next Level Ownership

 

 

 

Our employees don’t just work here—they own it. As a 100% employee-owned company through our Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) program, every team member shares in our success and helps shape our future. Discover how ownership makes a difference.

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Find Your Place in Our Story

  • Barton's storefront in Jonesboro, AR

    Barton's

    140 Years Strong—and Still Growing.
    Rooted in tradition and built for the future, Barton’s began in 1885 as a grocery store in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Today, it’s a full-service lumber division serving Arkansas and Southeast Missouri, providing homeowners and pros with everything they need to build or remodel—from framing to roofing and beyond. As part of a 100% employee-owned company, Barton’s team members take pride in working directly with customers, offering expert support and the kind of personalized service you’d expect from a trusted hometown partner.

     

    Visit bartons.com to Explore the Products Behind the Brand

  • Home Outlet Storefront in Johnson City

    Home Outlet

    Where Smart Shoppers and Great Teammates Meet.
    With origins as Surplus Warehouse and Grossman’s Bargain Outlet, Home Outlet became a united brand in 2019. Today, it spans 100+ stores, empowering DIYers and pros alike to transform their spaces with in-stock kitchens, baths, flooring, doors, and windows—all at the Guaranteed Lowest Price. Our team is known for friendly, knowledgeable service, and we’re always looking for people who want to grow with a company that puts customers and partners first.

     

    Visit homeoutlet.com to Explore the Products Behind the Brand

  • Seconds & Surplus storefront in Lewisville, TX

    Seconds & Surplus

    Everything’s Bigger in Texas—Including Our Heart.
    Based in Dallas-Fort Worth, Seconds & Surplus is a value-driven brand offering discount building materials alongside standout service. But we’re about more than great prices—we’re built on principles like integrity, teamwork, and community. From helping customers tackle their next renovation to volunteering in local neighborhoods, our team takes pride in what we do and how we do it.

     

    Visit secondsandsurplus.com to Explore the Products Behind the Brand

Store Partner standing in Home Outlet Pine Bluff warehouse

4-Star Glassdoor Rating

Set hours, very competitive pay, the ESOP is amazing, the insurance is terrific, my wife and I have been well looked after. Everyone in the company cares about everyone, no matter how high they are on the totem pole. It’s the feel of a family-owned business, but in a corporate setting.

 

-Assistant Store Manager, Nacogdoches, TX

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Nothing is as exciting as seeing a home project come together, except being the person who helped make it happen. Develop your career with a company who believes loyalty is a two-way street. An organization that offers a solid foundation, invests in its partners and the communities surrounding our stores.

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