Shop and Yard Assistant

Responsibilities

• Inspects equipment in safe, well-maintained conditions, identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair
• Loading and unloading of materials and equipment
• Performs local deliveries and pickups using company truck
• Completes pre-trip and post-trip inspections
• Maintains logs, paperwork, and safety standards
• Supports field crews and shop operations as needed
• Performs minor troubleshooting and repairs; replace light bulbs, ballasts and fuses
• Aids in preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on HVAC system, changing filters, bearings
• Completes maintenance work orders as assigned and in a timely manner
• Operates a variety of machinery, equipment and tools including saws, router, drills, sanders, planers, drill presses and various hand tools
• Maintains inventory of tools, supplies, and equipment; recommend tools, supplies, and equipment for purchase
• Performs a variety of locksmith duties; install, repair, and replace locks on doors
• Inspects, service, and maintains operational functionality of doors and windows
• Installs or replaces plugs, switches, outlets
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Ability to follow safe work practices and wear all required personal protection equipment for the task (safety glasses/shield, hardhat, safety boots and gloves)
• Ability to independently lift 50 - 75lb
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to perform heavy physical labor exposed to weather elements, noise, dust, and temperature extremes (hot/cold), and dirty/greasy environment
• Ability to operate computer and/or other related equipment
• Ability to apply common sense to carry out instructions and deal with challenges/issues
• Strong ethics, interpersonal skills, and the ability to effectively manage stress and engage in continuous learning
• Ensure that all activities are conducted within the established PRS policies and Guidelines
• Basic ability to read, interpret and work from blueprints, drawings, or oral instruction on a variety of structures related to the construction project
• Basic computer knowledge and experience using Microsoft programs
• Communicate effectively in a professional, tactful and courteous manner with employees and the general public
• Perform assigned responsibilities, duties, and tasks according to established practices, procedures, techniques, and standards in a safe manner and with minimal supervision
• Use required tools and equipment skillfully and safely
• Understand building codes, preferably “International Building Code” (IBC)
• Learn and apply proper maintenance procedures and use of tools and equipment
• Work occasional overtime, weekends, or be on call as necessary

Requirements

• Physical Requirements: Regularly stand, reach, stoop, kneel, squat, bend, crouch, or crawl; lift up to 75 lbs; push/pull objects with similar force; use hands and fingers, feel, operate objects, tools, and controls; use specific vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.