Yard Foreman

sunbeltrentals

Sandwich (IL)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 45,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision plans

401(k) Match

Volunteer time off

Short-term and long-term disability

Insurance (life, travel)

Job summary

Sunbelt Rentals is seeking a Yard Foreman to maintain yard operations, supervise loading/unloading, and ensure equipment is organized and safe. The role emphasizes directing daily yard activities, safety adherence, and top-tier customer service for walk-in customers.

The position requires a High School diploma with 3+ years in construction, familiarity with shipping/receiving, and strong safety knowledge. Benefits and extensive on-the-job training are offered; starting pay aligns with the listed

Qualifications

High School diploma plus 3+ years of experience in the construction industry preferred.
Experience in equipment shipping and receiving.
Clear understanding of equipment utilization and safety requirements.
Personal and professional integrity.
Demonstrated use of tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

Assigns day-to-day work to Yard employees.
Assists Yard employees in daily duties.
Ensures that the yard is in good safe working order.
Ensures safety policies and procedures are followed.
Directs Yard employees in daily yard operations.
Attends weekly safety meetings and morning huddles.
Assists customers by offering a high level of customer service.
Inspects returned equipment for damage.
Maintains yard organization and cleanliness.
Provides coaching as necessary.

Skills

Team supervision

Customer service

Safety compliance

Forklift operation

Equipment handling

Education

High School diploma

3+ years construction experience

Tools

Pallet jacks

Job description

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 rewarding career, we invite you to review our opportunities!

Job Description Summary

Yard Foreman

Are you seeking an entrepreneurial, empowering workplace that allows you to:

Develop a career track
Leverage your current skills while developing new skills
Work with an incredible team of people

Sunbelt Rentals--the fastest growing rental business in North America--is seeking a Yard Foreman.

Responsible for maintaining the yard in good order, for supervising the loading and unloading of trucks, and the storage of equipment.

Position Responsibilities:

Assigns day-to-day work to Yard employees.
Assists Yard employees in daily duties.
Ensures that the yard is in good safe working order.
Ensures safety policies and procedures are followed.
Directs Yard employees in daily yard operations.
Attends all weekly safety meetings and morning huddles.
Assists walk-in customers by offering a high level of customer service.
Checks work orders to make sure appropriate equipment is staged for loading.
Performs daily inspections for yard forklifts.
Assists customers by filling orders and loading trucks.
Inspects returned equipment for damage during the rental period.
Maintains a checklist of equipment status.
Aids in identifying TBR/DBR fleet and communicating with Yard Manager.
Maintains yard organization and cleanliness.
Ensures safe work habits for all staff and provides assistance and coaching as necessary.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Manager.

Requirements:

Education & Experience:

High School diploma plus 3+ years of experience in the construction industry preferred
Experience in equipment shipping and receiving
Clear understanding of equipment utilization and safety requirements
Personal and professional integrity
Demonstrated use of tools and equipment

Physical Demands:

Must be able to bend, squat, crouch and/or reach and lift up to 25 pounds or more, as required by the job. Some Sunbelt jobs may require driving for long periods of time, loading and unloading heavy equipment, performing work in extreme weather conditions including rain, wind or excessive temperatures and/or night and weekend work. All duties must be performed according to Sunbelt's safety policies and guidelines. Reasonable accommodations may be made to comply with ADA/ADAAA.

The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from day to day. 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.

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. Please visit https://www.sunbeltrentals.com/careers/ for more information on our benefits and to join our Talent Network.

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