Yard Associate

Job summary

The Yard Associate is responsible for stationing, retrieving, and inspecting equipment on the property to ensure it meets safety and operational specifications. They also maintain written maintenance schedules and perform basic servicing on equipment as needed.

Job details

Join Our Team! Cliquez ici pour consulter la description de poste complète en français et découvrir d’autres possibilités au Québec Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call needed to outfit a job site with the proper equipment. Not only do we offer a vast fleet that ranks among the best in the industry, we pair it all with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our employees are our greatest asset, and although we present a comprehensive equipment offering, our expertise and service are what truly distinguish us from the competition. We pride ourselves on investing in our workforce and offer competitive benefits, as well as extensive on-the-job training for all eligible employees. As a highly successful national company, we are constantly looking for talented individuals to support our growth. If you are interested in pursuing a rewarding career, we invite you to review our opportunities! Job Description Summary Porter / Yard Worker Are you seeking an entrepreneurial, empowering workplace that allows you to: • Work in a challenging, fast-paced environment where no day is the same • Advance into mechanic, driver or customer service roles • Work with an incredible team of people in a safety-focused culture Sunbelt Rentals--the fastest growing rental business in North America--is seeking a Porter / Yard Worker. The Yard Associate is responsible for the stationing and retrieving equipment on the location's property. The role maintains a written maintenance schedule and may service equipment as necessary to ensure equipment meets all set specifications. The Yard Associate also inspects equipment prior to and after rental to document any lost and/or damaged equipment. Education or experience that prepares you for success: • High school diploma or GED preferred • Experience with common construction and industrial tools preferred • Some experience and/or training in repair of mechanical equipment preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities you may rely on • Ability to communicate effectively with customers (written and oral) • Ability to perform basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply and divide) • Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc) • General mechanical aptitude • safety-focus • Bilingual (Spanish or Other) may be required based on location needs The physical demands of this role require bending, squatting, crouching, reaching, lifting 50 pounds or more, and working indoors/outdoors when required by the job. The above description is not a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from day to day. Reasonable accommodations may be made to comply with applicable laws. Sunbelt Rentals is an Equal Opportunity Employer — Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran and any other protected class. Related experience may include: Porter Hostler, Yard Hand, Yard Jockey, Yard Spotter, Entry Level Mechanic, Mechanic Trainee, Construction Laborer, Washbay Attendant, Equipment Washer, Forklift Driver, Warehouse Worker Base Pay Range 21.23 - 29.18 Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. Please visit https://www.sunbeltrentals.com/careers/ for more information on our benefits and to join our Talent Network. Sunbelt also provides a comprehensive benefits package to its full-time employees. This package includes: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Enhanced Vacation Time based on Years of Service & 5 Paid Sick Days Leading wages Tuition Reimbursement RRSP Matching Tool and Boot Allowance Career development and advancement Employee Assistance Program Sunbelt Rentals supports service members. Veterans encouraged to apply. If a current Sunbelt Rentals employee has referred you for an employment opportunity please notify them that you are applying for this position. In order for the employee to get a referral bonus they need to contact their regional recruiter. This position requires fluency in both English & French. Proficiency in English is necessary to effectively communicate with clients and colleagues across North America, respond to English inquires and ensure clear internal collaboration with our team. Engaging for Life represents our commitment to looking out for one another and keeping safety at the heart of our work.

What you’ll do

The Yard Associate is responsible for stationing, retrieving, and inspecting equipment on the property to ensure it meets safety and operational specifications. They also maintain written maintenance schedules and perform basic servicing on equipment as needed.

Requirements

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and possess general mechanical aptitude with experience in construction or industrial tools. Proficiency in both English and French is required for effective communication with clients and colleagues.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Enhanced vacation time
• Paid sick days
• Tuition reimbursement
• RRSP matching
• Tool allowance
• Boot allowance
• Career development
• Employee assistance program

Listed skills

• Communication · Preferred
• Microsoft Office Suite · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Mechanical aptitude
• Equipment maintenance
• Safety-focused
• Communication
• Basic math
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Construction tools
• Industrial tools
• Equipment inspection
• Bilingual
• Equipment Inspection
• Maintenance Scheduling
• Microsoft Excel
• Arithmetic
• Multilingualism
• Customer Service
• Employee Assistance Programs
• English Language
• Spanish Language
• Forklift Truck
• French Language
• General Mathematics
• Warehousing
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Office
• Industrial Tools

Job areas

• Construction
• Logistics
• Trades
• Customer Service & Support
• Manufacturing
• Yard Associate
• Warehouse Worker
• Freight Handlers
• Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand

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