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Drive hostlers to position containers and chassis within the yard. * Use top loaders, side loaders, and/or cranes to stack, move, and organize containers. * Perform equipment inspections before and ...

Clean up debris, trash, and loose materials around the yard, shop, and work areas. * Assist with pressure washing, sweeping, and general cleaning of buildings, pads, and containers. * Organize tools ...

Clean up debris, trash, and loose materials around the yard, shop, and work areas. * Assist with pressure washing, sweeping, and general cleaning of buildings, pads, and containers. * Organize tools ...

Clean up debris, trash, and loose materials around the yard, shop, and work areas. * Assist with pressure washing, sweeping, and general cleaning of buildings, pads, and containers. * Organize tools ...

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for container yard in Colorado is $23.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.95 and $25.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a container yard?

A Container Yard (CY) job involves managing the movement, storage, and organization of shipping containers in a designated yard area. Responsibilities often include operating heavy machinery such as cranes and forklifts, coordinating container placement, and ensuring proper inventory tracking. Workers in this field must follow safety protocols and communicate with logistics teams to optimize efficiency. This role is essential in ports, distribution centers, and intermodal transport hubs to facilitate smooth cargo handling.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the container yard position?

To excel in a Container Yard role, you need a solid understanding of logistics operations, equipment handling, and safety procedures, often supported by a high school diploma and, at times, a forklift operator's certification. Familiarity with yard management systems, barcode scanners, and heavy machinery such as cranes or reach stackers is highly valued. Attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment are key soft skills. These qualifications ensure efficient container movement, operational safety, and effective collaboration within the logistics chain.

What are the typical work hours and physical demands for a container yard position?

Container Yard roles often require working in shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, or holidays, depending on the volume of activity and company scheduling. The job is physically demanding, involving extended periods of standing, walking, and operating equipment outdoors in varying weather conditions. Team members are frequently required to lift heavy objects, move containers, and ensure all equipment is operated safely. Adhering to safety standards and being comfortable in a busy, outdoor setting is essential for success in this role.

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Infographic showing various Container Yard job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $48,070 per year, or $23.1 per hour.

Rental Equipment Yard Technician- Wagner CAT Rentals

Wagner Equipment Co.

Aurora, CO • On-site

$20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Wagner Equipment Co. rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

97th of 178 rated vehicle equipment hire


Job description

Would you like to be part of a focused, dedicated team? Do you want to work and grow with other motivated, ambitious people?
Wagner Equipment Co. offers challenging career opportunities, extensive training and employee development along with an opportunity to grow your career and thrive under Wagner's reputation for excellence. We offer excellent benefits and supply you with the tools you need to maximize your potential and grow within Wagner.
Benefits include:
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan - Up to 128 hours of PTO in your first year + 8 company paid holidays
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance Life and AD&D InsuranceLife and AD&D Insurance
  • Retirement Plans - Life and AD&D InsuranceRetirement Plans - 401K and Roth 401K, eligible employees can receive a company contribution up to 7%
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • CEFCU - Employees have access to services include payroll deductions savings, accounts, loans, VISA card, and more.
  • Additional Benefits include: Supplemental life Insurance, Critical Illness + Accidental Insurance, ID WatchDog and discounted employee phone plans.

The Rental Equipment Yard Technician is responsible for refueling equipment, reporting machine hours to the counter representative upon rental returns, and organizing the yard by equipment status in a manner that reflects the company's vision of working as "One Professional Team." Depending on what shop/location assigned to, the Utility Worker will perform all or some of these functions.
Pay Range starting at $20.00 per hour.
Pay is dependent upon education and experience.
Essential Functions:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
  • Paints and details parts and components
  • Ships, receives, and delivers components and other items
  • Power washes parts and delivers to the shop floor
  • Empties scrap metal containers
  • Picks up and delivers parts for Technicians as needed
  • Keeps property clean, mowed, and well landscaped
  • Runs power sweeper through shop
  • Cleans and preps new and used machinery for delivery
  • Removes snow and grades parking lot as needed
  • Performs general housekeeping duties as assigned
  • Maintains equipment such as forklifts, hot tanks, power washer, and paint equipment
  • Loads and unloads equipment as required by work assignments
  • Maintains good organization in the yard by keeping a regular up and down line pattern
  • Applies 5S (Sort, Set in Order, Sweep, Standardize, and Sustain) principles in the yard
  • Meets the needs and requests of the customer in a professional and courteous manner
  • Acts as an ambassador for our company; promotes additional sales by learning what other pieces of equipment or services our company can provide to our customers
  • Engages in required safety practices at all times
  • Reads and understands the manufactures Operation and Maintenance Manual per machine type and complies with its contents
  • Instructs customers to safely operate equipment in accordance with manufactures instructions, and shows the location of the Manufactures Operation Manual (if so equipped) for their future reference
  • Knows proper tie-down techniques and procedures to ensure equipment is correctly secured for transport in accordance with manufactures instructions
  • Inspects machines returned from rental for customer damage and notifies the Shop Coordinator regarding any specific damage found
  • Other duties as assigned by manager

Required Education and Experience:
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 1+ years customer service experience
  • 1+ years machine service/maintenance
  • 1+ years machine operating skills
  • 1+ years forklift operation

Physical Demands & Competencies:
  • Standing, walking, talking, sitting, use of hands & hearing
  • Data Entry, telephone, reading/writing, reasoning, organizational, communication & math skills
  • Safety & Product Knowledge
  • Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, etc.
  • Heavy work that includes lifting and/or moving objects up to 60 pounds or more

Work Environment:
  • Noise: Loud
  • Environment: Indoors and Outdoors
  • Small and/or enclosed spaces
  • Specific Risks: Works with moving, mechanical parts; may work in high places and be exposed to equipment vibration and fumes

Other Duties:
Job Offers are contingent upon all required pre-employment screenings which may include but are not limited to background checks, drug/alcohol testing, fit for duty testing, and any other job-related tests/screenings.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
Wagner Equipment Co. is an EEO/AA/Veterans/Disabled employer.
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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