Field Construction Technician DOT

Tuff Shed, Inc.; Town of Colonie (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision Benefits

FSA

ESOP

Paid time off

401(k)

Early pay access

Job summary

Tuff Shed is hiring a Field Construction Technician – DOT to join our team. You will safely deliver storage buildings, perform on-site warranty repairs, and support marketing displays while complying with DOT regulations.

Strong carpentry and basic tooling skills are required, along with a valid driver's license and a clean MVR. The role emphasizes customer service, coordination of on-site work, and accurate reporting of hours and vehicle maintenance.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of the construction industry, basic carpentry, roofing and painting.
• Ability to read tape measure, working drawings and speed square.
• Ability to operate air compressors, air tools, hammer, saw, drill and other basic power tools.
• Customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read, write and understand instructions in writing or diagrams.
• Effective communication with customers, partners, suppliers and coworkers.
• Basic understanding of building permit requirements for the local territory.
• Ability to use mobile apps for scheduling and reporting.
• Ability to solve problems using logic and sound judgment.
• Experience driving flatbeds/box trucks and towing trailers; DOT requirements.

Responsibilities

• Safely delivers Tuff Shed storage buildings to Home Depot stores, customer properties, and retail lots.
• Performs warranty repairs on customer sites within the scheduled timeframe.
• Provides feedback to management on warranty eligibility.
• Delivers excellent customer service to current and prospective customers.
• Supports off-site events such as Home Shows and maintains HD displays.
• Logs on-duty hours using ELD per DOT requirements and inspects DOT vehicle before/after trips.
• Keeps management informed of maintenance needs for DOT vehicle.
• Reports defective tools and ensures GPS device remains connected.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Carpentry basics

Roofing basics

Painting basics

Tape measure reading

Reading drawings

Power tools operation

Customer service

Communication skills

Problem solving

Building permits knowledge (local)

Mobile scheduling apps

DOT driving experience

Valid driver's license

MVR clearance

Job description

\"BUILD\" YOUR CAREER AT TUFF SHED!

We're recruiting for a Field Construction Technician – DOT to be part of our team providing high-quality Tuff Shed products.

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to:

Warranty, Service, & Delivery

• Safely delivers Tuff Shed storage buildings to Home Depot stores, customer properties, and retail sales lots
• Performs customer service warranty repair tasks on customer sites effectively, efficiently and with courtesy and within the scheduled timeframe
• Provides feedback to management team – determining eligibility of warranty issues

Sales & Customer Service

• Delivers excellent customer service when dealing with Tuff Shed current (and prospective) customers
• Provides support for off-site special events such as Home Shows
• Assists with management and upkeep of HD displays and marketing materials

DOT

• Logs on-duty hours on provided Electronic Logging Device (ELD) in compliance with Tuff Shed and DOT requirements
• Inspects DOT vehicle before and after trip, logging pre/post-trip inspections
• Keeps AM/OM informed of service/maintenance requirements on DOT vehicle

Other

• Reports defective, worn, or inoperable tools (electric, pneumatic, consumables, extension cords, air hoses, etc.) to Management in a timely manner
• Ensures vehicle’s GPS device remains connected and operable at all times

Skills & Experience

• General knowledge of the construction industry, basic carpentry skills, basic roofing skills, and basic painting skills
• Ability to read tape measure, working drawings, and speed square
• Ability to operate air compressors, air tools, hammer, saw, drill, and other basic power tools
• Customer service and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read, write and understand instructions given orally, in writing and/or in diagram form
• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels, including customers, business partners, suppliers, co-workers, managers, and the general public
• Basic understanding of building permit requirements for the local territory/region, preferred
• Ability to use mobile application system(s), as required, for the purpose of scheduling, reporting, etc.
• Ability to solve problems using sound logic and good business judgment
• Ability to read, write and understand instructions given orally, in writing and/or in diagram form
• Experience driving a flatbed truck, box truck and/or towing trailers, unloading, and transporting materials
• Experience as a “big box” delivery driver is a plus
• Experience with vehicle inspections
• Must have valid driver’s license and acceptable MVR
• Ability to meet DOT requirements

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• An opportunity to join a successful company and be part of the growth of the team!

Our Competitive Benefits And Rewards

Tuff Shed offers a great Benefits package for our full-time employees! - It pays to be a Tuff Shed team member:

• Competitive compensation and bonus programs (based on position)
• Medical Benefits including Virtual Visits- The care you need-when, where and how you need it!
• Dental & Vision Benefits
• Flexible Savings Account (FSA)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – You’re more than an employee - Get rewarded for long and loyal service with ownership interest in the Company
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• 401(k) plan
• On-Demand Access to Your Pay! - Why wait until pay day?

Learn more about us! Check out the Tuff Shed Website at www.TUFFSHED.com.

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Tuff Shed is an equal opportunity employer. Employees and applicants for employment will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, hair texture, hair type, hair length, or a protective hairstyle that is commonly or associated with race, ancestry, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, civil union partner status, protected medical conditions, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic, activity or basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law or because he or she is an individual with a disability or disabled veteran, Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, or active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran.