General Construction Laborer - Temporary

McGrath Rent Corp•South Plainfield, NJ

5d•$14 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

This is a temporary position in a construction yard environment. The specific pay rate and level will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications, prior experience, and location. The role involves maintaining inventory, yard organization, light welding and electrical work, general maintenance, and ensuring all assets are prepared and quality checked before leaving the yard. The position requires the ability to work independently, follow safety guidelines, and support service calls. Responsibilities may evolve over time, and team members are expected to be flexible and take on additional tasks as needed. The company conducts pre-employment drug testing, including for marijuana, for this safety-sensitive position.

Requirements

2-3 years experience in a construction yard work environment
Basic computer experience
Strong mechanical aptitude with preferred experience repairing containers, van trailers, and metal waste bins
Prior experience working in a yard environment, processing paperwork, keeping accurate inventory, basic carpentry and basic electrical ability. light welding experience and AC troubleshooting ability
Be able to work independently and in a safe and proper manner.
High-energy, can-do, get-results person with high integrity.
Valid Driver's License

Nice To Haves

Forklift certified with container driving experience a plus

Responsibilities

Maintain Forklift In and Out Logs and other inventory reports and move inventory with forklift.
Yard organization for containers by size, state of repair.
Light welding and electrical experience, rewiring, switches and outlets; use of power washer and other power tools, general maintenance skills rust remediation; including strong carpentry and painting skills.
Manage the preparation and availability of all container inventory at the yard.
Inspect, repair and maintain sufficient quantities of all container types.
Perform basic AC service for office and combo units including filter changes, thermostat replacements and coil cleaning.
Organize and ensure we have proper building materials inventory levels for container repair.
Able to work outside in variable weather conditions including high temperature summer months.
Ability to work independently and have the drive to take the initiative if direct supervision is not available on a constant basis.
Ensure each asset leaving is prepared and quality checked.
Follow all company guidelines for working safely. Actively participate in safety meetings and initiatives.
Receive or load assets to/from third party vendors and report activities to Ops Coordinator.
Support with service calls when possible.
Bi-yearly inventory responsibility.
Perform other duties as assigned.