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ATCO STRUCTURES is a modular construction company and has been the industry leader in modular products for over 75 years. We provide best-in-class products and services with flexible solutions and performance excellence, providing our customers with building alternatives for shelter and building solutions.

ATCO STRUCTURES AND LOGISTICS (USA) INC. (“ASL-USA”) is seeking a Yard Manager for our location in Houston, TX.  

The role of Yard Manager is responsible for the day-to-day activities involving the make-ready process of our unit buildings, managing the fleet, and handling all vendor relationships. This position will report to the SLC Branch Manager (USA).

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed herein are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ensure modular units are maintained/updated and ready for deployment.
• Oversee dispatch operations, fleet logistics, management of inventory levels and production.
• Manage all the fleet and operations in the yard.
• Coordinate with external vendors to achieve on-time delivery of materials.
• Ensure off-rent unit inspections are conducted timely, accurately draft work orders and damage billings issued where appropriate.
• Manage monthly inventory.
• Order material, receive, and distribute materials.
• Ability to read blueprints, building plans, and repair manuals.
• Provide Branch Manager with a full recap from weekly activities, including safety, performance, inventory, and production.
• Conduct business in compliance with all company Safety Policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/WORK EXPERIENCE

• HS Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Proven experience as an electrician, preferably in modular or prefabricated construction.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands are moderate to high to complete job duties. This will include standing and walking for long periods, working in a space that lacks climate control and lifting objects with an established maximum weight. 8-10 hours a day.
• Good technical and mechanical skills; regular use of hands and fingers to operate various hand tools. 8-10 hours a day.  
• Ability to speak/hear and use specific vision abilities such as close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus: 8-10 hrs a day. 
• Frequent ability to reach with arms, grasp with hands and arms: 8 hrs a day.
• Position may require occasional need to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; climb or balance: 2-4 hrs a day.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work environment involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises. 
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which will require following basic safety precautions and ability to wear assigned and appropriate Personal Protection Equipment (PPE). 
• Position may require that the employee work long hours, up to twelve (12) hours per day.

At ATCO, we believe in strengthening the communities where we work & live. Through our EPIC program, our employees are given the opportunity to get involved in their community through fundraising events, employee pledges and employee volunteer hours supporting charitable organizations of their choice.

ATCO is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. ATCO is a drug-free workplace and participates in the E-Verify program as required by law.