Equipment Associate

Equipment Associate

Job Summary: The Equipment Associate is an entry-level position responsible for performing various tasks to support the general operation of the Rental facility and Yard. This position requires an ability to follow instructions and safety protocols. Their primary function is checking equipment in and out, ensuring it is washed, maintaining yard organization, loading and unloading equipment, and performing equipment inspections. The Equipment Associate may handle light maintenance duties such as minor repairs on equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare equipment to be rented, including attaching appropriate attachments or work tools to equipment. This may include connecting auxiliary lines and hoses for appropriate attachment operation.


• Load and unload equipment as needed.


• Conduct functional inspections and testing of equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations.


• Wash and clean equipment to maintain a high standard of cleanliness.


• Perform Preventive Maintenance 1 (250-hour basic machine service) per manufacturer’s guidelines.


• Prepare new units for operation and conduct performance function checks.


• Replace decals and paint units as required.


• Replace minor parts using basic hand tools, such as tires and wheels, toggle switches, selector switches, key switches, emergency stop buttons, fuses and fuse holders, electrical coils, pins, bucket teeth, chains, guard rails, and other minor wear items.


• Order parts and run errands as needed.


• Perform yard and building maintenance tasks.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Basic mechanical knowledge and skills.


• Technical, vocational, or trade school education desired.


• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.


• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and ability to multitask while maintaining a high level of organization in a primarily outdoor environment


• Physical ability to perform manual labor and lift heavy objects.