Asset Maintenance & Inventory Technician

McGrath Rent Corp•Livermore, CA

5d•$17 - $30

About The Position

The Asset Maintenance & Inventory Technician manages the preparation, availability, inspection, repair, and maintenance of container inventory at the yard. The role performs hands-on maintenance, including light welding, electrical repairs such as rewiring and replacing switches and outlets, rust remediation, carpentry, painting, and basic air-conditioning service for office and combo units. It also involves using power washers, power tools, forklifts, and other material-handling equipment; quality-checking assets before they leave; receiving and loading assets to and from third-party vendors; supporting service calls when possible; and conducting bi-yearly inventory. The position requires working independently and taking initiative when direct supervision is not consistently available. The technician follows company safety guidelines, participates in safety meetings and initiatives, and works indoors and outdoors in variable weather and job-site conditions. The role is physically active for much of the day and involves inspecting equipment and inventory, performing manual tasks, climbing ladders, and moving materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

2–3 years of experience in a construction yard work environment.
Basic computer experience.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Prior experience working in a yard environment, processing paperwork, and maintaining accurate inventory.
Basic carpentry and electrical ability; light welding experience; and air-conditioning troubleshooting ability.
Ability to work independently and safely.
High-energy, results-oriented approach and high integrity.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to work outdoors in variable weather, including high summer temperatures.
Ability to maintain physical activity for most of the day, including crawling, climbing ladders, and other manual labor.
Ability to lift or hold objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, squat, twist, reach, and move materials, tools, equipment, and supplies throughout the workday.
Ability to safely operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment, mount and dismount forklifts, conduct pre-operation inspections, and remain aware of pedestrians and worksite conditions.
Sufficient manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and vision to operate tools and devices and inspect assets, labels, equipment, and documentation.

Nice To Haves

Experience repairing containers, van trailers, and metal waste bins.

Responsibilities

Manage the preparation and availability of all container inventory at the yard.
Inspect, repair, and maintain sufficient quantities of all container types.
Perform light welding, electrical repairs, rewiring, switch and outlet work, rust remediation, carpentry, painting, and general maintenance.
Perform basic air-conditioning service for office and combo units, including filter changes, thermostat replacements, and coil cleaning.
Use power washers, power tools, forklifts, and other material-handling equipment as needed.
Ensure each asset leaving the yard is prepared and quality checked.
Follow company safety guidelines and actively participate in safety meetings and initiatives.
Receive or load assets to and from third-party vendors and report activities to the Operations Coordinator.
Support service calls when possible.
Conduct bi-yearly inventory.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

DailyPay access.
10 company-paid holidays and two half-day holidays, plus vacation and sick time.
Medical, dental, and vision benefit options.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Company-paid life insurance.
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Pet insurance.
Safety and recognition programs.
Boot program.