Yard Technician - Temporary

Buckeye Power Sales Co.; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Buckeye Power Sales Co. is seeking a Yard Technician (Temporary) in Ohio to keep the equipment yard organized and safe over a 3–6 month period. You will stage, inspect, and prep rental equipment, and assist with basic mechanical tasks under supervision.

This hands-on role suits someone with mechanical aptitude who enjoys outdoor work, emphasizes safety, and wants hands-on experience in equipment operations and yard maintenance during a temporary assignment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Approximately 1 year of labor/warehouse/equipment yard experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license with clean record; able to meet insurance criteria.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe equipment yard and perform basic housekeeping.
• Stage rental equipment for easy access and deployment.
• Assist with basic inspections and ensure equipment readiness under supervision.
• Perform light cleaning and detailing to keep units rental-ready.
• Support with minor mechanical tasks as directed by technicians.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Outdoor work

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts operation

General hand tools

Job description

About The Role

As a Yard Technician (Temporary) in the Power & Construction Equipment division, you will help maintain a safe, clean, and well-organized equipment yard over a 3-6 month period. You will be responsible for ensuring rental equipment is staged, inspected, and ready for customers, while supporting basic mechanical tasks under supervision. This role is ideal for someone with strong mechanical aptitude who enjoys hands-on work outdoors, values safety, and wants to gain experience in equipment operations and yard maintenance during a temporary assignment.

What You'll Do

• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe equipment yard, including general housekeeping, debris removal, and organizing equipment and materials.
• Stage and arrange rental equipment so it is easy to access, inspect, and deploy for customer orders.
• Assist with basic equipment inspections, including checking fluid levels, tire condition, visual damage, and general operational readiness under guidance from senior staff.
• Perform light equipment cleaning and detailing as needed to keep units rental-ready.
• Support basic mechanical tasks such as minor adjustments, part changes, or simple maintenance activities as directed by technicians or supervisors.
• Move, park, and reposition equipment safely around the yard, following all company and safety procedures.
• Help load and unload equipment from trucks or trailers, using appropriate tools and equipment when required.
• Follow all safety protocols, PPE requirements, and yard traffic rules to minimize risk to yourself and others.
• Report any equipment damage, safety hazards, or maintenance needs promptly to the appropriate team members.
• Collaborate with mechanics, drivers, and yard staff to support efficient daily operations and on-time equipment delivery.
• Complete basic documentation or checklists for equipment status, yard inspections, and work performed as required.
• Assist with other yard or shop duties as assigned to support overall department operations during the temporary assignment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Approximately 1 year of work experience in a labor, warehouse, equipment yard, or similar hands-on environment preferred.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; able to meet and maintain insurance criteria for insurability.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude and comfort working around tools, machinery, and equipment.
• Prior mechanical or equipment experience preferred but not required; willingness to learn and follow instructions closely.
• Ability to safely operate or learn to operate yard and material-handling equipment (e.g., forklifts, loaders, or similar), if required and trained.
• Strong commitment to safety, including following all company policies, procedures and use of PPE.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, and standing ...