Construction Yardman

Merante; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Merante is hiring a Yardman to join our team in Pittsburgh. This full-time, on-site role supports the trucking and equipment division, ensuring efficient operations on construction projects.

You will maintain a clean yard, assist with loading and unloading, manage materials, and coordinate with project managers. Prior yard experience and operation of loaders, forklifts, and skid steers are preferred; safety and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a construction yard is preferred.
• Ability to operate loaders, forklifts, and skid steers.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Effective communication within a construction environment.
• Solid safety practices and reliability on site.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, organized yard and manage materials/equipment.
• Assist in loading/unloading and delivering materials/tools to projects.
• Ensure equipment is stored properly and report issues promptly.
• Coordinate with project managers to understand material needs.
• Follow safety protocols to keep a safe work environment.
• Support field operations with timely material assistance.
• Work with Operations Coordinator to track inventory and inspections.

Skills

Construction yard experience

Loader/Forklift/Skid steer operation

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication in construction

Safety awareness

Tools

Loader

Forklift

Skid steer

Job description

We are currently seeking a Yardman to join our team at Merante Companies (Merante Contracting, Merante Transport, Advanced Pipe Technologies, Inc. and Merante Properties). This position will work closely with the Manager/Lead Dispatcher to ensure the trucking and equipment division can efficiently, successfully, and profitably complete assigned construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and organized yard by managing materials and equipment effectively.
• Assist in loading/unloading and delivering materials/tools for various construction projects.
• Ensure all equipment is stored properly, is in good working condition, and report any issues promptly.
• Coordinate with project managers and site supervisors to understand material needs.
• Follow safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment for all team members.
• Support field operations as needed by providing timely assistance with materials.
• Work with Operations Coordinator to maintain inventory of small tools and equipment, maintain vehicle inspections and maintenance, and keep record that heavy equipment operators are maintaining equipment.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a construction yard is strongly preferred.
• Experience operating loaders, forklifts, and skid steers is required.
• Some computer/smartphone skills are required.
• Experience with small tools and equipment is required.
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills with attention to detail is required.
• Basic understanding of construction language and can communicate effectively within a construction environment.
• Basic understanding of safety practices in a construction setting.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks as required.

This Construction Yardman position is a full-time, in-person position.

Our EOE company participates in the E-Verify program, background checks and random drug testing.

Rate Based On experience $ 25 - $28/hour