Yard Supervisor

Full job description

Yard Supervisor / Dispatch Coordinator

Location: El Cajon CA, 92020
Pay: $30–$40 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time | In Person
Expected Hours: 55 hours per week

Job Overview

Seeking an experienced Yard Supervisor / Dispatch Coordinator to oversee daily yard operations, supervise personnel, manage equipment inventory, and coordinate truck dispatch and deliveries.

This position requires hands-on experience in the trench safety and shoring equipment rental industry. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of trench shields, hydraulic shoring, slide rail systems, steel road plates, equipment inspections, and heavy-equipment logistics.

A minimum of 3 years of direct trench safety and shoring equipment rental experience is mandatory. Candidates without this experience will not be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and coordinate daily yard personnel and operations.
• Maintain an organized yard with designated areas for incoming, inspected, ready-to-rent, and damaged equipment.
• Inspect trench shields, aluminum trench boxes, hydraulic shoring, slide rail systems, and steel road plates.
• Identify damaged equipment and coordinate necessary repairs and maintenance.
• Coordinate daily dispatch, deliveries, pickups, and driver schedules for flatbed, boom, and roll-off trucks.
• Oversee safe loading, unloading, rigging, and staging of heavy equipment.
• Manage equipment inventory, rental tickets, bills of lading, and dispatch documentation.
• Enforce OSHA/Cal-OSHA safety procedures and proper equipment handling.
• Communicate with drivers, customers, contractors, and management to ensure efficient operations.

Requirements

• 3+ years of direct experience in the trench safety and shoring equipment rental industry (required).
• Hands-on knowledge of trench shields, hydraulic shoring, slide rail systems, modular shoring, and steel road plates.
• Previous yard supervision and dispatch coordination experience.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment loading, rigging, lifting procedures, and equipment inspections.
• Familiarity with OSHA/Cal-OSHA excavation safety requirements.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification upon hire.
• CDL Class A or B is a plus.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work outdoors, stand and walk for extended periods, and lift up to 75 lbs.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $30–$40 per hour, depending on experience.
• 401(k)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Ongoing safety training and professional development.