DoD SkillBridge: Yard Technician

Vets2PM; Redmond (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

REIC Rentals is seeking a DoD SkillBridge Intern as a Yard Technician in Redmond, Bend, or Camas, Oregon. This full‑time role offers hands‑on work with rental equipment and a path toward post‑internship employment with compensation estimated between $52K–$62K per year.

The position emphasizes safety, customer service, and teamwork, with training in equipment safety, maintenance, and yard operations. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience working outside in all weather conditions.
• Experience around heavy equipment.
• Experience talking with customers.
• Loading and washing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Wash and detail rental equipment before delivery.
• Inspect small equipment for quality.
• Manage hookup and receiving of trailers or smaller rented items.
• Enhance the overall visual appeal of the yard.

Skills

Outdoor work

Heavy equipment handling

Customer communication

Equipment washing/detailing

Job description

DoD SkillBridge Internship: Yard Technician

SkillBridge Host Company: REIC

SkillBridge Provider: Vets2PM LLC

Location: Redmond, Bend, or Camas, OREGON

Applicants must be active-duty U.S. Military Members who qualify for the DoD SkillBridge Program.

Compensation if hired after the internship is estimated between $52K - $62K, depending on many factors - this is an estimate only.

Training: REIC Rentals Safety and Process training.

Experience with:

• Working outside in all weather conditions
• working around heavy equipment
• talking with customers
• loading and washing equipment

Continue Your Mission with REIC Rentals Your military service has prepared you to solve problems, lead teams, maintain critical equipment, and perform when others depend on you. At REIC Rentals, those skills are valued every day. Through SkillBridge, you'll gain hands‑on experience with industry‑leading equipment while working alongside experienced professionals in a company that values safety, teamwork, integrity, and service. Whether you're interested in mechanics, HVAC, manufacturing, logistics, operations, or leadership, REIC offers a career path where your military experience translates into real opportunity.

Join a growing company where you'll continue making a difference—supporting critical infrastructure, disaster response, industrial operations, and construction projects across North America.

REIC Rentals is hiring a Yard Technician. We are looking for someone experienced in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues and passionate about safety, quality and customer service. As a Yard Technician, your responsibilities will include meticulously washing and detailing rental equipment before delivery, inspecting small equipment for quality, managing the hookup and receiving of trailers or smaller rented items, and enhancing the overall visual appeal of the yard.

Who We Are

REIC Rentals is a trusted, full‑line equipment partner supporting projects across North America. With 55 locations, we serve the Oil & Gas, Construction, Industrial, and Event sectors. Our mission is to deliver high‑performance equipment, expert support, and innovative, sustainable solutions that raise industry standards.

A Typical Day May Include

• Prepping the yard for opening and closing of business
• Loading and unloading equipment and communicating rental details with the Rental Coordinator
• Washing and making any necessary repairs to returned equipment to ensure it is rent‑ready
• Assisting with the appearance, organization, and arrangement of equipment in the yard

Work Schedule

This is a full‑time position. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with rotational Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM (generally every other week, with rare instances of two Saturdays in a row).

Top Candidates Will Have

• A valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and reliable transportation
• Ability to pass forklift, AWP, and propane training tests
• A strong focus on safety

Additional Qualifications

• Ability to take instruction and understand goals and processes
• Ability to work fluctuating schedules, including some Saturdays
• Ability to complete other duties as assigned
• Ability to comprehend job‑related duties in both verbal and written formats
• Comfortable working with limited supervision at times

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to walk, bend, lift, push, pull, and reach throughout the shift
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds multiple times per shift

Approximate % of workday: Standing: 50% Walking: 45% Sitting: 5%

This position is classified as non‑exempt. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Why Work for REIC Mission

• Keeps customers operating during critical situations
• Collaborative branch environment
• Opportunities to lead people and projects
• Equipment that supports essential industries
• Established, growing North American company
• Multiple career paths across operations and corporate functions
• Hands‑on work -Mechanical and technical careers
• Cross‑training and exposure to multiple equipment systems

REIC and all affiliates operate as drug‑free environments, which includes marijuana. A pre‑employment drug screening that tests for THC and other drugs, as well as a full background check, is required of all newly hired employees.