Yard Laborer / Yard Operations

Luby-Equipment-1; Fenton (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Company provided safety equipment and

Generous boot reimbursement

Competitive benefits package

Paid holidays and paid time off

Job summary

Luby Shoring Services is hiring a dependable Yard Laborer to support daily yard operations. You will load/unload equipment, maintain rental gear, assemble trench safety equipment, and assist customers with pickups/returns.

The role requires physical work, outdoors in varying conditions, and overtime when needed. Starting pay ranges from $17 to $20 per hour with weekly pay, safety equipment provided, boot reimbursement, and a benefits package.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in a yard, warehouse, construction or industrial environment preferred.
• Forklift operating experience preferred.
• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools.
• Ability to pass a drug screening as required for this safety-sensitive position.
• Ability to wear PPE including steel-toe boots, safety glasses, work gloves, and rain gear when pressure washing.
• Able to perform physically demanding work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Willingness to work overtime when needed.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload equipment from trucks using a forklift or manually when necessary.
• Maintain rental equipment by cleaning, pressure washing, lubricating, repairing, and repainting as needed.
• Assemble trench safety equipment and signal equipment operators during setup and movement.
• Manage orders and inventory; pull and prepare customer orders and process returns.
• Keep the yard and work areas clean, organized, and safe; report hazards to Yard Supervisor.
• Coordinate yard traffic to ensure safe movement of trucks and equipment.
• Assist customers with equipment pickup/returns and answer basic questions.
• Support daily yard operations to keep equipment moving and inventory ready.

Skills

Forklift operation

Manual handling

PPE compliance

Job description

Luby Shoring Services was founded in 2015 by Steve Luby to address the growing need for specialized shoring solutions in the construction industry. We focus on providing practical, site-specific engineering and shoring solutions for various industries. Our mission at Luby Shoring is simple: to deliver safe, effective, and dependable support for excavation and construction projects. Whether you’re working on utilities, infrastructure, or other complex projects, we offer a range of products and services designed to make your job easier and ensure regulatory compliance.

We are looking for a dependable, hardworking Yard Laborer / Yard Operations team member to support our daily yard operations. This hands-on role is responsible for handling materials, maintaining and preparing rental equipment, fulfilling customer orders, and keeping our yard organized and safe.

If you enjoy physical work, working with equipment, and being part of a team that takes pride in doing things right, we want to hear from you!

What we offer:

• Starting pay: $17-$20 per hour
• Weekly pay
• Company provided safety equipment and uniforms
• Generous work boot reimbursement
• Competitive benefits package
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• At Luby Shoring, safety is our top priority - we're proud of our excellent safety record and commitment to keeping our team protected!

Key Responsibilities:

• Load and Unload Equipment: Load and unload trench boxes, shoring equipment, and other materials from trucks using a forklift or, when necessary, manual handling.
• Maintain Rental Equipment: Clean, pressure wash, lubricate, repair, and repaint returned rental equipment to ensure it meets company rent-ready standards.
• Assemble Equipment: Assist with assembling trench safety equipment and safely signal equipment operators during setup and movement.
• Manage Orders and Inventory: Pull and prepare customer orders, process returned equipment and materials, and count and organize inventory.
• Maintain a Safe Yard: Keep the yard, warehouse, and work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards. Use hand and power tools safely and report equipment issues or safety concerns to the Yard Supervisor.
• Support Yard Traffic: Help coordinate incoming and outgoing yard traffic as needed to ensure the safe movement of trucks, equipment, and materials.
• Assist Customers: Answer basic customer questions, assist with equipment pickup and returns, and direct inquiries to the appropriate team member.
• Support Daily Operations: Work collaboratively with the yard team to keep equipment moving, rental inventory ready, and daily operations running efficiently.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• 1–2 years of experience in a yard, warehouse, construction, or industrial environment preferred.
• Forklift operating experience preferred.
• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools.
• Acceptable driving record and ability to operate company pickups and non-CDL trucks as needed.
• Ability to pass a drug screening as required for this safety-sensitive position.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including steel-toe boots, safety glasses, work gloves, and rain gear when pressure washing.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, carrying, standing, bending, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime when needed.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, dependability, and commitment to workplace safety.