Job Title: Tool Rental Associate Reports To: Store Manager About Us
Handy Rents is a family-owned and operated full-line tool and equipment rental business specializing in solutions for the light contractor, homeowner, and do-it-yourselfer. Started in 1963, Handy Rents has grown to 7 locations and serves the greater Cleveland metropolitan area. We are looking for hard-working, safety-minded people that want to make a positive change where they work with room to grow. Join our team! Benefits: Learn to use and service high-quality rental equipment Create solutions for select customer projects Opportunity to learn and try something new every day in a fast-paced work environment Ability to learn multiple positions including leading a team and managing a store Competitive health benefits including medical, dental, vision 6% dollar for dollar match in our company-sponsored 401k program Paid time off and paid holidays Paid parental leave Rental and retail discounts Uniforms provided Bonus potential opportunity – share in the success Upward mobility Job Summary:
The Tool Rental Associate is responsible for performing a variety of functions under the direction of the Store Manager including equipment maintenance, instructing customers on the use of rental equipment, and assisting with the loading and unloading of equipment. Duties and Responsibilities: Finding solutions for our customers to assist in their projects and jobs Clean, service, check fluid levels, and perform minor repairs on equipment Perform rental worthy inspections of trucks, trailers, and all general rental items Ensuring dispatched equipment is fit for the intended use and "Ready to Rent" Ensuring that our customers return the equipment in the same condition it was received Assist in safely loading and unloading equipment Ensuring all rental equipment is sent out and accounted for when returned Write up rental quotes, reservations, and contracts for customers Assist customers on the phone to find solutions for their rental needs Perform safe and efficient deliveries of equipment once trained and certified Maintain excellent attendance Perform other duties as requested Qualifications: Must be able to work required day and possible weekend shifts Must be able to provide, understand and complete written and verbal instructions Must maintain a professional appearance Must be able to lift 60 lbs. with a reasonable accommodation Must be able to be on your feet for most of the day Must be able to speak English Must possess a valid driver's license (drivers only) A high school diploma or GED is preferred but not required Working Conditions: The worker is subject to hazards: Including a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat and cold winter conditions, or exposure to chemicals. Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up-to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up-to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The worker is subject to both environmental conditions: Activities occur inside and outside. Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward. Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion. Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires the substantial use of the upper extremities and back muscles. The worker is subject to noise: There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout to be heard above the ambient noise level.
