Fence Helper

National Construction Rentals; Albany (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Forklift certification after hire

Job summary

National Construction Rentals is seeking a Fence Helper to assist the Fence Foreman in installing and maintaining fences to NCR standards. You will support fence operations, emphasize safety, and maintain a professional image for customers on site.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, ability to read and follow complex instructions, and is based in Albany, NY with a daytime shift. Insurance and safety protocols are emphasized in this physically demanding position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Proficiency in following detailed instructions and making occasional independent decisions.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as safety rules, manuals, and maintenance instructions.
• Ability to perform math with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Common-sense reasoning to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspections and testing of vehicles and equipment for safety and operation.
• Load truck with equipment and materials for daily assignments and secure placement.
• Attend job sites with Foreman and review project details with customers.
• Install fence poles, erect fences, and tension wire per NCR specifications.
• Maintain clean, organized job sites and properly store equipment on the truck after completion.

Skills

Reading & interpreting documents

Mathematical calculations

Attention to detail

Independent decision making

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Job Details

Job DetailsJob Location: Albany NY - ALBANY,, NY 12206Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Shift: DayJob Category: Construction

Job Summary

As a Fence Helper at National Construction Rentals, Inc. (NCR), you will play a crucial role in assisting the Fence Foreman to ensure the successful installation and maintenance of fences according to company standards. Your responsibilities include supporting all aspects of fence operations, maintaining a safe work environment, and upholding high levels of customer satisfaction. You will represent NCR professionally while adhering to safety protocols and contributing to a positive team dynamic.

Essential Functions

• Conduct daily inspections and testing of vehicles and equipment to ensure safe and proper operation.
• Load truck with necessary equipment and materials for daily assignments, ensuring secure placement.
• Attend job sites with Foreman, meet with customers to review project details.
• Install fence poles, erect fences, and tension wire to meet NCR specifications.
• Clean job sites thoroughly, remove debris, and ensure all equipment is properly stored on the truck upon completion of work.
• Clean and maintain trucks, restocking materials for future fence installations.
• Always adhere to safety protocols, maintain a clean and safe work environment, and participate in all required safety meetings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Proficiency in following detailed instructions and making occasional independent decisions.
• Capability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operational manuals, and maintenance instructions.
• Competence in performing mathematical calculations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Application of common-sense reasoning to effectively execute detailed written and verbal instructions.

Licenses/Certificates/Registrations

• Must have a valid driver’s license with a Motor Vehicle Record within company guidelines.
• Positions that require driving a vehicle with a GVWR of 10,000 lbs. or more require the incumbent to be at least 21 years old and possess a DOT medical card.
• A forklift certification will be provided after hire.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Conditions involve working outdoors in extreme weather conditions, long periods of driving and walking; occasional standing, reaching with hands and arms, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, talking and hearing/listening, working in high precarious places. The nature of the work is extremely physical, which requires frequent holding, pulling or pushing up to 100 lbs. Fence helpers are exposed to working with and around moving and vibrating mechanical parts and working in high precarious places. Work involves exposure to loud machines, vehicles, and building construction noise.

This job description supersedes all prior job descriptions and is intended to describe the general content and essential requirements for the position listed. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of requirements, duties, and responsibilities. Management reserves the right to add or change the duties of this position at any time.

National Construction Rental Inc is an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.