Position Summary:
The Assistant to the Yard Manager will work at the Hoffman Equipment Yard and will report to the Equipment Yard Manager. They will assist the Equipment Yard Manager in overseeing the operations and maintenance of the Hoffman Yard facilities and equipment. They will also manage equipment and material purchases. This position will be fully in-office.
Salary Range: $60,000 - $72,000
Essential Responsibilities:
Maintain all Hoffman Yard Facilities and manage its operations.
Ensure that all equipment and materials are well-maintained and in good working order when assets are delivered to each project site.
Negotiate effective purchase and rental agreements with various equipment and material suppliers.
Perform annual audits of rental rates.
Provide assessment of damages and assign any repairs necessary to the appropriate project site.
Evaluate proposed equipment/material purchases based on price, maintenance costs, remaining lifespan of items and rental rate to determine an acceptable rate of return for each purchased item.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education
High School Diploma or GED required.
Associate's degree in Business, Accounting, or equivalent degree and/or equivalent work experience required.
Professional Experience
At least two (2) years of experience in rental operations, warehouse management, and/or facilities management preferred.
Position Related Skills:
Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point and Teams) and have a general understanding of working within a computer network.
Working knowledge in Bluebeam preferred.
Working knowledge of accounting software JD Edwards Enterprise One preferred.
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of all aspects of construction tools, equipment, materials, and warehouse facilities.
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the Department of Transportation Regulations for the areas that business will be conducted, and project sites are located.
Experience with management of equipment rental operations.
Highly developed visual observation and interpretation skills.
Ability to work well and maintain a cooperative attitude through high-pressure situations.
Excellent time-management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work while frequently interrupted by phone calls and questions on work in progress.
Excellent written and oral communication skills with an ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships.
Ability to work well in a large professional setting. Patience and professionalism are essential.
Must be a strong team player with the ability to collaborate with various personnel within and across departments and at all levels of leadership.
Work schedule must be flexible to allow extended hours or off-shift work to accommodate changing construction schedule and sequences.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
Standing/Walking/Sitting: Workday is a combination of being stationary and moving about the work location. Up to 75% of the workday is spent outdoors navigating construction sites.
Must be able to climb ladders/stairs: Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs, and work in confined spaces.
Hands/Arms: Constantly uses machinery and other tools to operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, and position materials.
Sight: Specific vision abilities include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus in an outdoor environment. Must be able to; visually inspect work, look for small defects, and small parts, and/or operate machines (including inspection); use measurement devices; and/or assemble or fabricate parts. Must be able to safely operate a vehicle with a valid driver's license.
Hearing: sufficient to hear conversational levels in person and over the telephone and?radio; sufficient to hear alarms on equipment?
Speech: sufficient to make oneself heard in person, speak in front of groups, and be understood over the telephone and radio.?
Lift/Carry: Must have the ability to lift or manipulate 25 pounds and carry or push it 50-100 Feet.
Bending/Twisting: Regularly
Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: Regularly
Constant mental alertness, accuracy, and attention to detail required.
Must be able to work independently, make decisions, and follow through on all assignments.
Must be able to plan and organize work.?
Application review will consider without limitation the following criteria: qualifications, education, and experience specific to the job description/duties as well as prior experience with Hoffman Construction. Applicants must be able to pass the Hoffman Drug and Alcohol test.
Hoffman Construction is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work being performed by employees. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required of the employee of this job. Furthermore, this description is subject to change at the discretion of the company, with or without notice.
Please note, we are not able to offer sponsorship for this position.
About Us
Hoffman is building a diverse company, and we welcome all candidates to apply.
Headquartered in the Pacific Northwest, the Hoffman Construction name is synonymous with some of the most iconic projects in the region like the Portland International Airport, the Space Needle Century Project, MoPOP, Seattle Central Library, Colman Dock, Randall Children's Hospital, and the University of Oregon's Hayward Field.
Our company has been in business for almost a century, but we're not stuck in the past. We encourage innovation, and we welcome diversity.
Hoffman is employee-owned, which means employee owners have a stake in the company's long term success, and it means you have the freedom and independence to solve challenges without bureaucratic second-guessing.
You'll earn highly competitive pay, get professional skills training and enjoy benefits like free primary healthcare for you and your family through our dedicated healthcare clinics, health insurance, paid time off, a generous retirement program and a culture of inclusion and acceptance.
The people who work here take pride in their work, support each other and drive our commitment to exceptional construction, from urban high-rise towers, educational buildings, museums and libraries to advanced technology, industrial manufacturing facilities, water treatment plants, healthcare facilities and more.
Hoffman is a place where you can feel like you belong. Many of our employees have been here for 20+ years. They often join us straight out of college or apprenticeships and grow their entire careers here.
We're looking for people with a wide range of talents in positions from the jobsite to our corporate offices. Explore our website (https://www.hoffmancorp.com/careers/) , and, if you like what you see, apply today.
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