General Construction Laborer

McGrath Rent Corp•Pasadena, TX

3d•$14 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

As a General Construction Inventory Laborer, your day starts with a walk through of the yard to confirm containers are organized by type, size, and repair status. You move and stage inventory with the forklift, keep accurate In/Out logs, and complete daily counts and control checks. Throughout the shift you inspect, repair, and maintain containers and related assets and receive/load units to and from third party vendors to keep dispatch moving accurately and safely. This position requires manual dexterity and the ability to maintain physical activity for most of the day, including lifting up to 50 pounds and performing various manual labor activities such as carrying, bending, stooping, turning, kneeling, crawling, and climbing a ladder. The role involves working outside in variable weather conditions, including high temperature summer months, and adhering to all company safety guidelines. Flexibility and evolving responsibilities are part of the culture, meaning tasks may adjust based on business needs.

Requirements

2-3 years’ experience in a construction yard work environment
Basic computer experience
Forklift experience
Strong mechanical aptitude with experience repairing containers, van trailers, metal waste bins, or similar
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
High energy, can do, get results person with high integrity
Valid Driver’s License
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and hold or lift a variety of objects
Able to carry, bend, stoop, turn, kneel, crawl, climb a ladder and other manual labor activities

Nice To Haves

Forklift experience with large construction‑grade materials, oversize/heavy products, containers and equipment preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain Forklift In and Out Logs and other inventory reports and move inventory with forklift.
Yard organization for containers by product type and size state of repair.
Cleaning, painting and basic repair/upkeep of containers in the yard.
Manage the prep and availability of all inventory at the yard (Have the ability to report progress and needs between management and teams).
Inspect, repair and maintain sufficient quantities of all inventory types.
Perform basic AC service for office and combo units including filter changes, thermostat replacements and coil cleaning.
Support customers by doing on site field service calls.
Organize and ensure we have proper building materials inventory levels for container repair.
Ensure each asset leaving is prepared and quality checked.
Receive or load assets to/from third party vendors and report activities to Ops Coordinator.
Bi-yearly inventory responsibility.
Ability to work independently and have the drive to take the initiative if direct supervision is not available on a constant basis.
Able to work outside in variable weather conditions including high temperature summer months.
Follow all company guidelines for working safely. Actively participate in safety meetings and initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.