Equipment & Yard Technician - 2nd Shift

MNL; Otsego (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

MNL is seeking an Equipment & Yard Technician for the Otsego, MN area. This hands-on role keeps equipment, vehicles, and materials clean, organized, and ready for daily field deployment.

Responsibilities include vehicle cleaning, basic checks, daily load prep, equipment movement, and end-of-day reset to ensure a smooth transition for the next shift. Prior related experience is helpful but not required, as training is provided.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks throughout the shift.
• Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Basic comfort with driving and maneuvering trucks or other equipment, or willingness to learn.
• Experience in construction, agriculture, landscaping or similar industries is helpful but not required.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment with daily physical activity.

Responsibilities

• Clean and reset company vehicles and equipment: wash, detail and prep for deployment.
• Perform basic equipment checks and inspect fluids and walk-around state.
• Assist with preventative maintenance tasks and daily upkeep.
• Move equipment and vehicles around the yard and park safely.
• Load equipment and materials and secure for transport.
• Review and prepare daily load requests with managers and supervisors.
• Keep the yard and staging areas organized for quick access.
• Support end-of-day reset and handoff for the next shift.
• Pitch in with other duties to keep field operations running smoothly.

Skills

Physical endurance

Driving trucks

Teamwork

Time management

Outdoor work

Job description

The Opportunity

We're seeking Equipment & Yard Technician - 2nd Shift team members to join us at our Otsego, MN location. This role plays a key part in preparing our field teams for success by ensuring that equipment, vehicles, and materials are properly cleaned, maintained, organized, and ready for deployment.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in operational excellence, and thrives in a fast-moving, highly collaborative environment. You will be responsible for preparing daily loads, maintaining equipment, and supporting efficient field operations.

What You Will Do

• Clean and reset company vehicles and equipment: Wash and detail trucks, trailers, and machinery to keep equipment in good working order and ready for the next day's use.
• Perform basic equipment checks: Check fluids like oil and coolant, and do simple walk-around inspections to help spot any issues early.
• Assist with preventative maintenance tasks: Grease moving parts, fuel equipment, and complete quick, daily upkeep steps to support the mechanics and field teams.
• Move equipment and vehicles around the yard: Safely drive and park trucks, trailers, tractors, and other equipment within company property to help crews reset for the next day.
• Load equipment and materials: Prepare trucks and trailers for field crews by carefully loading and securing equipment using chains, straps, and other methods to prevent shifting during transport.
• Review and prepare daily load requests: Work with managers and supervisors to confirm what's needed for the next day's projects and ensure everything is prepped and staged for smooth morning departures.
• Keep the yard and staging areas organized: Help maintain an orderly, efficient workspace so field teams can quickly find what they need.
• Support a smooth end-of-day process: Be a key team member helping reset and prepare operations as crews return in the evening, creating a seamless handoff for the next day's shift.
• Pitch in where needed: support the team with other duties to keep field operations running smoothly.

What You Will Need To Be Successful

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks such as bending, stretching, pushing, pulling, and repetitive movements throughout the shift.
• Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Basic comfort with driving and maneuvering trucks, trailers, tractors, or other equipment OR a willingness to learn how to safely operate company vehicles & equipment.
• • Previous experience in construction, agriculture, landscaping, or similar industries is helpful, but not required.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment with daily physical activity.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Strong time-management skills and the ability to meet daily goals.
• Flexibility and adaptability to respond to changing priorities and field team needs.
• Strong communication skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude.

Schedule

This position works Monday-Thursday 3:00pm-11:30pm and Sundays 8:00am-4:00pm.