Fence Helper

National Construction Rentals; Belle Chasse (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

National Construction Rentals is seeking a Fence Helper to support the Fence Foreman in building and maintaining fences according to NCR standards. You will assist with installing poles, tension wire, and other fence components on job sites, while keeping equipment and work areas organized and safe.

Candidates should be able to follow detailed instructions, perform basic math, read safety manuals, and hold a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and occasional independent decisions.
• Reads and interprets safety rules, manuals, and maintenance instructions.
• Performs basic math including fractions and decimals.
• Capable of applying common-sense reasoning to written and verbal instructions.
• Valid driver’s license with MVR within company guidelines; DOT medical card required for certain positions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspections and testing of vehicles and equipment for safety.
• Load trucks with equipment and materials for daily assignments.
• Attend job sites with Foreman and meet with customers to review project details.
• Install fence poles, erect fences, and tension wire per NCR specifications.
• Keep job sites clean and organized; store equipment properly after use.
• Follow safety protocols and participate in required safety meetings.

Skills

Safety protocols adherence

Reading & interpreting instructions

Mathematical calculations

Independent decision making

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.