Located in Mokena, IL
Pay: $25-$26
Job Full Description
Equipment Yard Associate (Temp-to-Hire)
Location: Mokena, IL
Pay: $25.00-$26.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
No Weekends
Build a Career, Not Just Another Job
We are seeking a dependable, mechanically inclined Equipment Yard Associate to join our team on a temp-to-hire basis. This opportunity is ideal for someone looking for long-term employment with a family-owned company that values hard work, reliability, and growth.
Successful candidates who demonstrate a strong work ethic, safe work practices, and dependability will have the opportunity to become a permanent employee with access to a comprehensive benefits package, Paid Time Off, and career advancement opportunities.
This Is NOT a Traditional Warehouse Position
One thing we'd like to emphasize is that this is not a traditional warehouse role.
We are a construction equipment sales and rental company serving the public works, sewer, water, utility, and heavy civil construction industries. Our team works with specialized rental equipment every day, including:
- Trench boxes
- Hydraulic shoring systems
- Steel road plates
- Pumps
- Rigging equipment
- Slide rail systems
- Utility and underground construction equipment
This role is best suited for someone who enjoys working outdoors, is mechanically inclined, likes hands-on work, and takes pride in maintaining and preparing equipment for customers.
Responsibilities
- Load and unload rental equipment using forklifts and material handling equipment.
- Operate both small and large forklifts safely and efficiently.
- Inspect returned rental equipment for damage, wear, or missing components.
- Clean, pressure wash, organize, and prepare equipment for the next rental.
- Perform minor maintenance and repairs on rental equipment.
- Assemble and disassemble rigging components, including installing pins and building chain assemblies.
- Assist customers and delivery drivers with loading and unloading equipment.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe yard environment.
- Support inventory management and general yard operations.
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
Qualifications
Required
- Previous experience in equipment rental, construction, industrial distribution, utility work, rigging, or heavy equipment operations.
- Forklift experience operating both small and large-capacity forklifts.
- Mechanical aptitude and the ability to learn specialized rental equipment.
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Strong attendance and reliability.
- Ability to lift, push, pull, and move heavy materials throughout the day.
- Valid driver's license.
Preferred Backgrounds
Candidates with experience in any of the following industries are strongly encouraged to apply:
- Equipment rental
- Construction
- Heavy equipment
- Utility construction
- Underground utilities
- Steel yards
- Pipe supply
- Landscaping supply
- Industrial distribution
- Rigging operations
Ideal Candidate
We're looking for someone who:
- Is mechanically inclined and enjoys working with tools and equipment.
- Has previous rental equipment experience.
- Enjoys working outdoors and staying active throughout the day.
- Takes pride in maintaining equipment and keeping an organized yard.
- Works safely and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Wants long-term career stability and growth.
- Is seeking an opportunity with a family-owned organization that values its employees.
Compensation & Benefits Upon Hire
- $25.00-$26.00 per hour
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k)
- Career advancement opportunities
- Stable Monday-Friday schedule
- No weekend work
Pre-Employment Requirements
All final candidates must successfully complete:
- 7-year criminal background check
- Drug screening
If you're looking for more than just another warehouse job and want to build a long-term career in the construction equipment rental industry, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today!
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