Equipment Yard Associate - 1st Shift

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Located in Mokena, IL

Salary: $25-$26

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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