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Driver/Shop Assistant-

Position Summary

The Driver/Shop Assistant plays a vital role in supporting field operations and ensuring the efficient functioning of equipment, tools, and materials across the company. This position is responsible for performing general shop duties, assisting with equipment maintenance and basic repairs, organizing and preparing materials for job sites, ensuring accurate inventory, and supporting deliveries or pickups as needed. The ideal candidate has hands-on mechanical aptitude, familiarity with construction tools and equipment, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. This role requires attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, physical stamina, and a commitment to safety in both the shop and on job sites.

Essential Job Functions

• Report to work on a regular and timely basis and complete the scheduled
• workday on a consistent basis.
• Must possess general automotive maintenance and repair knowledge.
• Must possess ability to operate various motor vehicles and trucks
• Receives and verifies accuracy of incoming shipments.
• Load, unload and identify materials, machinery, tools, and safety equipment then
• distribute them to the appropriate locations, according to direction given and/or
• specifications.
• Sorts and places materials on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined
• sequence such as size, type, style, color, or product code. Marks materials with
• identifying information.
• Maintains accurate inventory records.
• Pulls and distributes materials, tools, or other stock items in order to fill field requests.
• Prepares merchandise for shipment, as required.
• Utilizes material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.
• Assist Shop Foreman with any deliveries.
• Inspect, repair, or refurbish power tools and equipment.
• Operate various woodworking tools and equipment.
• Running and operating Tool Hound
• Fabricate Rebar
• Follow all NS Giles safety standards on job sites and in the shop/yard
• Perform routine safety inspections, act as a safety monitor, and perform onsite and
• remote safety training as needed
• General Knowledge of maintaining an OSHA compliant shop (Hazcom, material labeling,
• fire hazards etc.)
• All other duties as assigned

Demonstrate cognitive ability to:

• Follow directions and routines
• Work independently with appropriate judgment
• Exhibit awareness
• Read words and numbers
• Concentrate, memorize, and recall

Physical Demands

• The employee must regularly lift and move up to fifty (50) pounds and occasionally lifts and moves up to eighty (80) pounds.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to extreme weather conditions.
• Employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; places, extreme cold or heat and high noise levels.
• Employee will work in an environment where there is risk that they will be exposed to toxic, caustic and/or hazardous chemicals, fumes, or airborne particles.
• Workers are required to wear personal protective equipment while on the job.
• The work generally requires routine walking, sitting, standing, squatting, climbing, stooping, bending, twisting, reaching, and carrying items.
• An individual will be required to work most hours in a construction shop environment and will need to be able to quickly respond to a change in work demands.
• Perform other functions that may be assigned

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and lower objects up to 80lbs
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Good attention to detail
• Acceptable attendance record
• Acceptable performance evaluations

Must have a minimum of a State of Maine Class B Driver’s License. Class A preferred.

• Must have reliable transportation
• Must be cleared to drive NS Giles Vehicles

Hours

Monday thru Friday: 6:00 am to 4:00 pm (hours can vary as needed). (Occasional Saturdays)

• Ability to work additional hours and/or overtime depending on job needs.

About Us

NS Giles – Excellence in Concrete Construction

N.S. Giles is a dedicated team of concrete construction professionals committed to delivering exceptional service to our clients. We deeply value the opportunity to provide the highest quality workmanship, backed by innovation and integrity.

We uphold the highest standards in job site safety and employee education, ensuring our people and expertise stand apart in the industry. Our comprehensive in-house equipment and specialized services distinguish us from competitors.

Our core markets include a diverse range of commercial developments, such as:

• Community-based education facilities

• Mixed-use and multi-family projects

• Healthcare infrastructure

• Civil works, including parking garages, water and wastewater treatment facilities, airports, and concrete paving

At N.S. Giles, we pride ourselves on offering dynamic career opportunities and mentorship for our employees as well as our state approved apprenticeship program for employees new to this career field. Our core values emphasize fostering a strong sense of family, promoting mutual respect, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

We are dedicated to encouraging leadership, ongoing training, and continuous education at all levels. Our mission is to consistently recruit, develop, and retain top talent in the industry.

N.S. Giles is an equal opportunity employer.