Yard Helper

Yard Helper

NorthStar Energy Solutions is hiring! The Yard Helper is responsible for supporting daily yard and fleet operations by assisting with organization, cleaning, material handling, and basic equipment support. This role helps ensure that tools, vehicles, materials, and equipment are staged, maintained, and available to support utility construction crews safely and efficiently.

What You'll Do

Yard & Material Support

• Assist with loading and unloading materials, tools, and equipment for utility construction crews
• Organize, stage, and store materials, equipment, and supplies in designated yard areas
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe yard, including removing debris and waste
• Assist with inventory counts and basic material tracking as directed

Equipment & Fleet Support

• Perform basic inspections of tools, trailers, and equipment (visual checks only)
• Clean and prepare equipment for deployment and return
• Report damaged, missing, or unsafe equipment to the Yard Manager
• Assist with fueling, washing, and staging company vehicles and trailers

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all company safety policies, yard rules, and PPE requirements
• Help maintain clear walkways, traffic flow, and safe working zones in the yard
• Immediately report safety concerns, hazards, or incidents to the Yard Manager
• Support compliance with utility and jobsite safety expectations

General Support

• Assist the Yard Manager and yard staff with daily operational needs
• Support emergency or urgent material requests when required
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support operations

Work Environment

• Outdoor yard and shop environment
• Exposure to dust, noise, weather, and construction equipment
• Work may include early mornings, overtime, or weekend support as operational needs require

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Basic understanding of safety awareness in an industrial or construction environment
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in construction, utility, yard, warehouse, or material handling roles
• Familiarity with tools, trailers, or construction materials
• Forklift or equipment operation experience (certification a plus, not required)
• Valid driver's license (CDL a plus, not required)

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and carrying
• Ability to work on uneven surfaces and around moving vehicles and equipment
• Use of hands for handling tools, materials, and equipment

What You'll Get

As a Quanta Services employee, we offer a wide range of benefits to fit your needs.

• 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
• Fully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA
• Short term and long term benefits
• Employee discounts on consumer goods

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company's Human Resources department.