Tool Room Associate Charlotte, NC

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Career progression opportunities

Training provided for forklift operation

Job summary

A leading construction logistics firm in Charlotte is seeking a dependable Tool Room Associate I to support day-to-day operations including inventory management and tool maintenance. This entry-level role offers valuable experience within a supportive team environment, with potential for career progression. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and demonstrate basic computer skills. This position involves physical activity and adherence to safety protocols, making it crucial to be organized and reliable.

Qualifications

• Reliable and organized individuals who are willing to learn and grow.
• Basic computer and mobile device skills are necessary.
• Ability to safely operate or learn to operate a forklift is essential.
• Reliable, organized, and willing to learn.
• Previous experience in construction, logistics, or tool management (preferred).
• Familiarity with construction tools, names, and functions (preferred).
• Exposure to construction or warehouse environments (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Utilize web-based software to manage tool check-in and check-out.
• Monitor tool levels to ensure availability.
• Clean and inspect returned tools.
• Assist with quarterly inventory of assets.
• Maintain organized workspace following 5S principles.
• Assist with quarterly inventory of tool room assets.
• Load and unload tools onto trucks and trailers as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace in accordance with 5S principles.
• Submit weekly time tickets for approval.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Organizational skills

Ability to learn forklift operation

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Introduction

McKenney’s has been going strong for more than seven decades. Our culture values people and ideas, and we work together to deliver the most innovative solutions to our customers. We help you grow in your career through training and support, and as an equal opportunity employer, we provide comprehensive benefits and give you a firm foundation for the future.

Overview

McKenney’s is seeking a dependable and motivated individual to join our team as a Tool Room Associate I. This is an entry-level position focused on supporting day‑to‑day tool room operations, including inventory management, tool issuance and return, and basic tool maintenance. You will gain valuable experience working on a rapidly growing construction logistics team with opportunities for cross‑training and advancement.

This position is part of a clearly defined career progression within our Tool Room operations team. High‑performing team members have the opportunity to advance from Tool Room Associate I to Tool Room Associate II to Tool Room Coordinator, with increasing levels of responsibility, ownership, and influence over operations.

Responsibilities

• Utilize proprietary web‑based software to check tools in and out of construction jobs using a handheld scanner and/or PC
• Monitor tool and consumable levels to ensure availability for job needs
• Clean and inspect returned tools and sort them into designated storage locations
• Identify and replace damaged barcodes
• Barcode new tools and input relevant details for system entry
• Assist with quarterly inventory of tool room assets
• Load and unload tools onto trucks and trailers as needed
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace in accordance with 5S principles
• Submit weekly time tickets for approval

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Basic computer and mobile device skills
• Ability to safely operate or learn to operate a forklift (training provided)
• Reliable, organized, and willing to learn

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Previous experience in construction, logistics, or tool management
• General familiarity with common construction tools, their names, and functions
• Exposure to construction or warehouse environments

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORTS

• Work involves moderate exposure to elements, such as hot/cold temperatures, dirt, dust, and/or loud noises.
• Work environment involves moderate exposure to tool room or construction hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Strong physical effort. Requires handling of average‑weight objects up to 50 pounds and extensive climbing, walking, and standing.