Equipment Associate – 1st Shift

Equipment Associate Pay Rate: $18.00 per hourSchedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM Job Description Crown Staffing is seeking a dependable and hardworking Equipment Associate to support daily branch operations. This position provides hands-on assistance to service technicians, sales staff, and other branch personnel to ensure rental equipment is properly maintained, cleaned, inspected, and prepared for customers. The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, outdoor environment. Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities Clean, power wash, and maintain rental equipment to ensure it is presentable and ready for customer use. Inspect returned equipment for damage, operating hours, mileage, and fuel levels. Report equipment conditions, damage, and maintenance concerns to the appropriate personnel. Inspect equipment for safety decals, compliance, and proper working condition. Assist with loading and unloading rental equipment from delivery trucks. Prepare equipment for rental, including cleaning, fueling, and performing routine safety checks. Assist with building and assembling modular equipment. Paint steel plates, beams, and other equipment components as needed. Assist service technicians with basic equipment maintenance and repairs using hand tools and power tools. Check out and demonstrate equipment for customers. Assist with equipment deliveries and pickups, including operating delivery trucks when assigned. Greet customers and respond to general equipment inquiries. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area. Provide general labor assistance to branch personnel as needed. Qualifications & Requirements High school diploma or equivalent. Valid driver's license required. Strong customer service and communication skills. Dependable, motivated, and willing to learn. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to multitask and follow safety procedures. Steel-toe boots required. Safety vest, safety glasses, and hard hat required (provided by the company). Physical & Environmental Requirements Frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds, occasionally up to 50 pounds, and seldom up to 75 pounds. Ability to bend, kneel, squat, climb ladders, and work with arms raised for extended periods. Ability to climb into, over, and around heavy equipment multiple times throughout the workday. Ability to stand and walk on concrete and uneven surfaces for extended periods. Comfortable working outdoors in extreme hot and cold weather conditions. Ability to work around loud noise, dust, bright lights, gas, and fumes. Ability to work at heights above 10 feet when necessary. Must be able to wear a respirator and hearing protection when required. Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and other equipment for basic maintenance and operational checks. Work Environment This is a physically demanding, hands-on position that involves working outdoors and around heavy rental equipment. Safety awareness, attention to detail, teamwork, and reliability are essential to success in this role.