Yard Attendant

Location: North Sioux City, SD

Position Title: Yard Attendant

Reports to: Field Manager

The Yard Attendant assists with the daily organization, maintenance, and movement of equipment, tools, and materials within RP Constructors yard and project support areas. This role requires strong mechanical aptitude, safe operation of equipment, and a CDL Class A (no air brakes required) to support equipment transport and logistics. The ideal candidate is reliable, hard-working, and committed to building a long-term career with the company.

Responsibilities/Duties:

Equipment & Yard Operations

• Load, unload, and stage equipment, tools, and materials for crews and projects.
• Safely operate forklifts, loaders, telehandlers, skid steers, and other support equipment.
• Perform equipment checks, minor repairs, greasing, fluid top-offs, and basic troubleshooting.
• Assist mechanics with equipment maintenance or repairs as needed.
• Keep the yard organized, clean, and efficient, including material storage and tool management.
• Manage incoming and outgoing deliveries; verify accuracy and condition of shipments.

CDL Driving

• Transport smaller equipment, tools, and materials between the yard and job sites using Class A vehicle (no air brake requirement).
• Perform safe and compliant vehicle inspections, tie-downs, and load securement.

General Support

• Assist with seasonal tasks (snow removal, winterization of equipment, etc.).
• Maintain accurate logs for equipment usage, tool tracking, and yard inventory.
• Support field crews and shop staff with miscellaneous tasks as assigned.

Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to diagnose basic issues; perform simple repairs, greasing, filter changes, and fluid checks; and assist mechanics.
• Skilled in operating forklifts, telehandlers, skid steers, and loaders safely and efficiently.
• Proficient in operating Class A vehicles (no air brakes required) for short hauls and equipment delivery/pickup.
• Competent in chaining, strapping, and securing loads to ensure safe transport.
• Familiarity with construction tools, attachments, rigging, and equipment components.
• Ability to keep the yard clean, organized, and efficient, including staging equipment for crews.

Qualifications:

• CDL Class A required (no air brake endorsement needed).
• Strong mechanical aptitude; prior experience in equipment maintenance or troubleshooting preferred.
• Experience operating construction or industrial equipment.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work outdoors in all weather.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and commitment to safety.
• Team-oriented attitude with willingness to take direction and support multiple departments.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage women and minorities to apply.