Yard & Mechanic Shop Assistant

COST of Wisconsin, Inc.•Jackson, WI

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you looking to start a hands-on career in a growing company? COST of Wisconsin is looking for a reliable, hard-working individual to join our team as a Yard and Mechanic Shop Assistant! You’ll help keep our yard and shop running smoothly. You’ll support the team that includes the manager, logistics lead, and a mechanic by helping to organize tools and equipment, load/unload equipment and materials, and learn related processes in a fast-paced environment. If you like working with your hands and being part of a team, we’d love to meet you! We build dreams. See our work on COST.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Mechanical aptitude
Ability to learn to safely drive a forklift
Able to pay significant attention to safety standards, procedures, and practices
Strong communication skills including reading, writing, presenting, and listening
Ability to respond rapidly and accurately
Able to prioritize work, especially repair issues; able to pivot due to changing demands
Team player with positive attitude and strong work ethic
Ability to identify, explain, and solve problems on the fly
Organized and detail oriented
Use hands to handle or feel; stand, sit, walk, climb, balance; stop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear
Close, distant, color, and peripheral vision; depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
Lift 70 lbs. floor to waist, 90 lbs. waist to chest, 25 lbs. from chest to overhead; carry 50 lbs. for 50 ft.; push a 100 lb. wheeled cart for 100 ft.; and drag 50 lbs. for 100 ft.

Nice To Haves

DOT certification
Two or more years of mechanic training/experience
Knowledge of the construction industry and related equipment/tools
Ability to operate trucks and possibly other equipment, tools, automotive lifts, or hydraulic equipment (for purposes of repair and maintenance)

Responsibilities

Assist the shop and yard teams, in logistics, maintenance, and other job aspects, as needed.
Clean up dirt and debris in work areas; perform general housekeeping and shop upkeep.
Check in and restock material and equipment.
Assist with loading and unloading items.
Maintain and organize the yard and storage areas, keeping tools, parts, and equipment easily accessible.
Drive a forklift (training provided).
Use hand tools (drills, saws); read a tape measure; may assist with minor repairs.
Work independently and as a team member; providing exceptional customer service.
Follow safety guidelines and company procedures.