Yard Worker

Sunbelt Rentals

Ottawa

On-site

CAD 32,000 - 44,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan - US

RRS Plan – CAN

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off

Job summary

Sunbelt Rentals in Ottawa, Ontario, is hiring a Porter / Yard Worker. The Yard Associate will station and retrieve equipment on the location’s property, maintain a written maintenance schedule, and may service equipment to ensure it meets specifications.

You will inspect equipment before and after rental, document losses or damages, work in a safety-focused environment, and have opportunities to advance into mechanic, driver, or customer service roles.

Qualifications

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.

Responsibilities

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.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic math skills

Safety-focused

Bilingual ability

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Job description

Join Our Team! 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

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 23.35 - 32.09 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.

Health
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Enhanced Vacation Time based on Years of Service
5 Paid Sick Days
Leading wages
Tuition Reimbursement
RRSP Matching Tool
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.

Position is for an existing vacancy Engaging for Life represents our commitment to looking out for one another and keeping safety at the heart of our work.

A leader in the equipment rental industry, Sunbelt Rentals is constantly advancing the idea of how a company can best serve its customers, communities and the planet. With over 1,000 locations across North America and an expansive portfolio of products and services, we deliver solutions to support any job. Sunbelt’s extensive fleet exceeds and includes general construction equipment, industrial tools, pumps, power & HVAC, trench shoring, scaffolding, remediation & restoration equipment, and more.

At Sunbelt Rentals, we place enormous value on the welfare and commitment of our employees as well as the superior level of service they provide for our customers.

All our employees benefit from extensive on-the-job training, which is amongst the best in the industry.

Our advancement opportunities are why many of our staff remain with us throughout their careers.

Sunbelt Rentals means diversity, teamwork, recognition for exceptional performance, and room to grow!

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan - US
RRS Plan – CAN
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
And many more

Designed to serve distinct customer segments requiring a high level of technical expertise, Sunbelt Rentals offer a highly diversified product mix, as well as trained experts.

Services