Setup Tech

WillScot; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

WillScot is hiring a Setup Technician in the Elgin area to perform essential unit setup and removal tasks, including anchoring, leveling, and seaming. The role also covers basic electrical and plumbing work on customer units and customer-specific modifications.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, carpentry skills, and familiarity with construction trades. A valid driver’s license and ability to work independently are required.

Qualifications

• Carpentry skills and familiarity with construction trades are essential.
• Experience with customer relationship management is preferred.
• Good communication skills for dealing with customers, sales, contractors and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Set up units: anchoring, leveling, seaming, VAPS installation, steps, canopies, ramps.
• Install/remove skirting as needed.
• Disassemble buildings: ship walls, secure exterior walls, and prepare for shipment.
• Perform electrical and plumbing work on customer units.
• Handle customer modifications and service orders.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good condition.
• Assist with branch or field service duties as needed.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with customers and colleagues.

Skills

Carpentry skills

CRM experience

Customer communication

Independent work

Driving license

Education

High School diploma or GED

Construction trades familiarity

Job description

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At WillScot, our team of nearly 5000+ people makes our company a Great Place to Work® and we believe our people are what give us a competitive advantage in the industry. Our differentiation begins with our values, which are lived through our employees and aligned to the needs of our customers and communities. From day one, we invest in your growth and your future, while giving back to the communities we serve. Learn more about WillScot and who we are, here .
As North America’s leading provider of complete temporary space solutions, we have helped customers across 260+ locations in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, get the innovative flexible workspace and portable storage solutions that are right for their timeline and their project, Right From the Start. Learn More .

ABOUT THE JOB:

The Setup Technician performs a critical function to achieving On Time in Full Deliveries and Returns and drives high levels of product quality (< 60-day call & First Time Quality) to our customers.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

• Performs duties essential to setting-up units; including anchoring, block and leveling, interior and exterior seaming, VAPS installation, steps, canopies, and ramps.
• Additional installation and removal of skirting may be required
• Completes duties essential to the knock-down of buildings; including building shipping walls and securing exterior walls, separating buildings, disconnecting all utility and mate-line crossovers, securing all items for shipment, cleaning site, and removing all installations from site such as blocks, steps, anchors, ramps, abs pads and steel piers
• Performs service work for customer units on the road such as electrical and plumbing work
• Performs customer modifications
• Completes Work Orders and Service Orders via the Field Service Application
• Maintains the proper working condition of all tools and equipment used
• May be assigned all duties pertaining to Branch Service Tech or Field Service Tech as business dictates
• Forms and maintains good relationships with external and internal customers at all levels of the organization

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or GED
• Carpentry skills and a familiarity with construction trades are a must
• Set-up and knockdown experience preferred
• Some experience with customer relationship management preferred
• Previous management experience or working with other trades is a plus
• Some knowledge of computers is necessary and good communication skills are required for dealing with customers, sales people, contractors, shop personnel and co-workers
• Ability to work independently in a fast paced environment
• A current valid license and a good driving record

The opportunity to advance your career is ready for the taking at WillScot.

WillScot is veteran-friendly. If you have military experience, we want to hear from you!

This posting is for a(n) New Position.
Disclaimer: This posting describes the general nature and level of work performed and does not represent an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, skills, or physical abilities required. Team members may be required to perform duties outside normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.
Base Wage Range:$29.95-$41.90
Individual rates are based on a variety of factors such as degrees or certifications, skill-level and years of experience, and include considerations such as expected overtime and variable compensation pay such as bonus or commission.
All regular WillScot positions offer a generous benefits package to help our employees and their families Be Well. This includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, paid time off (including Company holidays), tuition reimbursement, a retirement savings plan with company match, and more! More information about benefits may be foundhere. Many positions also have variable pay opportunities including commission, bonus, performance rewards, or other incentive programs.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Nearest Major Market: Elgin
Nearest Secondary Market: Chicago