Yard Foreman

Sunbelt Rentals, Inc.; Sandwich (IL); Sur place; USD 32 000 - 45 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

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

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Length of Service Awards

Résumé du poste

Sunbelt Rentals is expanding its Modular Solutions division and seeks a hands-on Modular Yard Specialist to manage daily yard operations, asset prep, and logistics at the branch. This role starts as an individual contributor with growth potential into Yard Lead or supervisory duties as the team scales.

You will receive hands-on training, work outdoors in varying weather, operate high-capacity forklifts, and coordinate with delivery drivers to ensure safe loading, transport, and site readiness.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience working in a heavy equipment yard, warehouse, construction logistics, or modular building manufacturing/service environment.
• Proven proficiency in operating high-capacity industrial forklifts and handling large, awkward, or oversized freight.
• Strong mechanical inclination with working knowledge of basic hand/power tools, minor electrical troubleshooting, plumbing, or facility maintenance.
• Thorough understanding of proper rigging, load-securing principles, and weight distribution for flatbed or tilt-bed transport.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, lift heavy objects, and independently manage a fast-paced physical workload.
• A self-starter mentality with the desire and capability to step into a leadership/supervisory role as the local branch operations grow.

Responsabilités

• Asset Receiving & Staging: Receive, inspect, and organize modular buildings and related inventory safely across the yard.
• Maintenance & QC: Troubleshoot, perform light repairs, and system checks on returned units including HVAC, electrical panels, lighting, plumbing, doors.
• Loading & Transport Logistics: Coordinate with drivers to load/unload oversized modular structures using forklifts and rigging.
• Yard Organization & Safety: Maintain a clean, hazard-free yard layout per OSHA and Sunbelt safety standards.
• Future Leadership Growth: As the division grows, mentor, train, and lead a small team of 1 to 3 yard associates.

Connaissances

Heavy yard experience

Forklift operation

Maintenance basics

Safety mindset

Physical stamina

Leadership potential

Description du poste

Join Our Team!

Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call needed to outfit a job site with the proper equipment. Not only do we offer a vast fleet that ranks among the best in the industry, we pair it all with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our employees are our greatest asset, and although we present a comprehensive equipment offering, our expertise and service are what truly distinguish us from the competition.

We pride ourselves on investing in our workforce and offer competitive benefits, as well as extensive on-the-job training for all eligible employees.

As a highly successful national company, we are constantly looking for talented individuals to support our growth. If you are interested in pursuing a rewardingcareer, we invite you to review our opportunities!

Job Description Summary

Position Overview

Sunbelt Rentals is expanding into an exciting new growth phase with the launch of our Modular Solutions division! We are seeking a hands-on, safety-conscious Modular Yard Specialist to manage the daily physical operations, asset prep, and yard logistics at our branch. Initially, this role operates as an individual contributor owning all yard activities, with clear opportunities to grow into a Yard Lead or supervisory role overseeing a small team as the branch scales.

Position Responsibilities

• Asset Receiving & Staging: Receive, inspect, and organize incoming modular buildings, portable offices, containerized storage units, and related inventory safely across the yard.
• Maintenance & Quality Control (QC): Perform hands-on troubleshooting, light repairs, and system checks on returned units—including HVAC units, basic electrical panels, interior/exterior lighting, plumbing fixtures, doors, windows, and cosmetics.
• Loading & Transport Logistics: Coordinate closely with commercial delivery drivers to load and unload oversized modular structures using high-capacity industrial forklifts and specialized rigging, securing straps, and tie-downs.
• Yard Organization & Safety: Maintain a clean, hazard-free, and highly organized yard layout to ensure smooth traffic flow for heavy transport trucks and adherence to OSHA and Sunbelt safety standards.
• Future Leadership Growth: As the division expands, transition into mentoring, training, and eventually leading a small team of 1 to 3 yard associates.

Qualifications & Required Skills

• Experience: 2+ years of experience working in a heavy equipment yard, warehouse, construction logistics, or modular building manufacturing/service environment.
• Equipment Operation: Proven proficiency in operating high-capacity industrial forklifts and handling large, awkward, or oversized freight.
• Technical & Handyman Aptitude: Strong mechanical inclination with working knowledge of basic hand/power tools, minor electrical troubleshooting, plumbing, or facility maintenance.
• Safety Mindset: Thorough understanding of proper rigging, load-securing principles, and weight distribution for flatbed or tilt-bed transport.
• Physical Stamina & Mindset: Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, lift heavy objects, and independently manage a fast-paced physical workload.
• Growth Potential: A self-starter mentality with the desire and capability to step into a leadership/supervisory role as the local branch operations grow.

Base Pay Range: $23.52 - 32.34

Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. 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. Sunbelt offers team members the following paid time off from work, subject to Sunbelt's policies (unless specified in a collective bargaining agreement):

• 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

Gear up for an exciting career! Sunbelt Rentals supports service members. Veterans encouraged to apply.