Yard Associate

Sunbelt Rentals, Inc.; Columbus (NE); On-site; USD 24,452 - 30,458; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision plans

401(k) Match

Volunteer time off

Short-term and long-term disability

Accident, Life and Travel insurance

Tuition Reimbursement Options

Job summary

A national rental company located in Columbus, NE is seeking a Porter / Yard Worker. The successful candidate will be responsible for stationing and retrieving equipment while maintaining a safety-focused culture. Ideal for those looking to advance into mechanic or customer service roles, this entry-level position offers competitive pay, health benefits, and opportunities for growth. Must have a high school diploma or GED, with experience in construction tools preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to station and retrieve equipment safely.
• Inspect equipment before and after rental.
• Maintain a written maintenance schedule.

Responsibilities

• Work in a challenging, fast-paced environment.
• Advance into mechanic, driver, or customer service roles.
• Inspect and maintain equipment as needed.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic math skills

Microsoft Office Suite

General mechanical aptitude

Safety-focused

Bilingual (Spanish or Other)

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Common construction and industrial tools

Job description

Porter / Yard Worker

Porter / Yard Worker responsible for stationing and retrieving equipment on the location’s property. The role maintains a written maintenance schedule and may service equipment as necessary to ensure equipment meets all set specifications. The Yard Associate also inspects equipment prior to and after rental to document any lost and/or damaged equipment.

Why Work With Us?

• Work in a challenging, fast‑paced environment where no day is the same
• Advance into mechanic, driver or customer service roles
• Work with an incredible team of people in a safety‑focused culture

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Experience with common construction and industrial tools preferred
• Some experience and/or training in repair of mechanical equipment preferred

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively with customers (written and oral)
• Ability to perform basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply and divide)
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.)
• General mechanical aptitude
• Safety‑focus
• Bilingual (Spanish or Other) may be required based on location needs

Physical Demands

The physical demands of this role require bending, squatting, crouching, reaching, lifting 50 pounds or more, and working indoors/outdoors when required by the job. The above description is not a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from day to day. Reasonable accommodations may be made to comply with applicable laws. Sunbelt Rentals is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran and any other protected class.

Related Experience

• Porter Hostler
• Yard Hand
• Yard Jockey
• Yard Spotter
• Entry Level Mechanic
• Mechanic Trainee
• Construction Laborer
• Washbay Attendant
• Equipment Washer
• Forklift Driver
• Warehouse Worker

Pay

Base Pay Range: $17.75 – $22.11 per hour. Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience.

Benefits

Sunbelt also provides a comprehensive benefits package to its full‑time employees. This package includes:

• Health, Dental and Vision plans
• 401(k) Match
• Volunteer time off
• Short‑term and long‑term disability
• Accident, Life and Travel insurance, as well as flexible spending
• Tuition Reimbursement Options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Length of Service Awards

You will become eligible for benefits on the first of the month following 30 days from your start date.

Paid Time Off

• 12‑25 vacation days depending on years of service
• 5 sick days
• 6 holidays
• 2 half‑day holidays
• 2 floating holidays
• 1 inclusion day
• 1 volunteer day

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Gear up for an exciting career! Sunbelt Rentals supports service members. Veterans encouraged to apply.
Location: Columbus, NE.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Other

Industries

Retail