Sunbelt Rentals, Inc.
Provides equipment & tool rentals and engineered solutions across industries to support projects and operations.
Yard Associate
Station, retrieve, inspect, and maintain rental equipment in a fast‑paced yard.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Porter/Yard Worker (also called Yard Associate) is responsible for positioning and retrieving rental equipment on the site, maintaining a written maintenance schedule, and servicing equipment when needed to meet specification standards. The role also inspects tools before and after rentals to record any loss or damage. • Communicate effectively with customers, both written and oral
Key Responsibilities
- ▸customer communication
- ▸equipment positioning
- ▸equipment retrieval
- ▸maintenance scheduling
- ▸equipment servicing
- ▸tool inspection
What You Bring
The position requires basic mechanical aptitude and the ability to follow safety protocols while handling equipment that may weigh 50 lb or more. Physical duties include bending, squatting, crouching, reaching, and working both indoors and outdoors as job demands. Applicants are encouraged to have completed high school or obtained a GED, and to be familiar with typical construction and industrial tools. Prior exposure to mechanical repair, basic mathematics, and computer applications is advantageous. Strong communication skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and a safety‑first mindset are essential; bilingual ability may be required in certain locations. • High school diploma or GED preferred • Experience with common construction and industrial tools preferred • Some experience or training in mechanical equipment repair preferred • Perform basic math calculations (add, subtract, multiply, divide) • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) • General mechanical aptitude • Safety-focused mindset • Bilingual (Spanish or other) may be required depending on location
Requirements
- ▸high school
- ▸mechanical aptitude
- ▸microsoft office
- ▸safety focus
- ▸bilingual
- ▸construction tools
Benefits
Sunbelt Rentals aims to be the customer’s first choice in equipment rental, offering a vast fleet of pumps, scaffolding, construction tools, and more, backed by knowledgeable staff. The company invests heavily in its workforce, providing competitive benefits and extensive on‑the‑job training. With over 1,000 locations across North America, Sunbelt strives to deliver solutions for any job while emphasizing safety, diversity, and employee growth. Pay starts between $17.75 and $22.55 per hour, depending on factors such as location, experience, and education. Full‑time employees become eligible for a comprehensive benefits package after 30 days, which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) matching, paid parental leave, disability and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance, and various paid time‑off options. Sunbelt Rentals is an equal‑opportunity employer and encourages applicants of all protected classes, including veterans, to apply. The company’s culture values teamwork, recognition for exceptional performance, and clear pathways for advancement into mechanic, driver, or customer‑service roles. • 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
Work Environment
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