Fence Helper

National Construction Rentals; Detroit, Warren (MI, MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

National Construction Rentals, Inc. in Detroit, MI, seeks a Fence Helper to support the Fence Foreman in installing and maintaining fences to NCR standards.

You will assist with preparations, site safety, and customer interactions, contributing to timely project progress. The role is physically demanding and outdoor, requiring attention to detail, ability to follow instructions, and readiness for travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be able to follow detailed instructions and occasionally make independent decisions.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret safety rules, manuals and maintenance instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) with whole numbers, fractions and decimals.
• Demonstrates common-sense reasoning to execute written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist Fence Foreman in installing and maintaining fences per NCR specifications.
• Conduct daily safety inspections and ensure a safe work environment.
• Load, transport and secure 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 wires as required.
• Keep work sites clean and ensure tools and equipment are stored properly after use.
• Adhere to safety protocols and participate in required safety meetings.

Skills

Instruction following

Reading manuals

Math calculations

Decision making

Common sense

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Detroit MI - WARREN,, MI 48091, Salary Range: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 Salary, Job 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.
• Must be able to obtain a chauffer's license
• Overnight travel is required
• Minimum of 1 year of physical outdoor work experience

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.