Small Tools Intern

Granite Construction

Sacramento, California

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Billing, Business Administration, Civil Engineering, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Construction, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Schedule, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Hand Tools, High School Diploma, Inside Sales, Inventory Levels, Inventory Management, Mentoring, Multitasking, On Site Support, Operations Management, Order Delivery, Record Keeping, Records Management, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Shipping/Receiving, Technical Training, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Relations
LOCATION
Sacramento, California
POSTED
3 days ago
Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do...

We hire enthusiastic, hard-working individuals for college internships and entry-level positions. With locations across the country and unique opportunities for hands-on experience, mentorship and networking, there's never been a better time to join our team.

General Summary

This position is responsible for assisting the small tools department manager/administrator with field support, inventory control, delivery, documentation, invoices, inside sales and customer service to ensure an efficient and productive operation.

Essential Job Accountabilities
  • Maintains inventory levels, orders materials and performs all shipping and receiving functions to ensure stock levels meet business demands in a cost effective manner.
  • Coordinates delivery of materials and tools to the field in a cost effective and efficient manner to meet project schedules.
  • Communicates daily with manager and maintains records and invoices on parts to assist in the proper coordination of construction schedules.
  • Perform periodic maintenance on small tools equipment to ensure tools are in good operating order before delivery to jobs.
  • Develop and maintain good relationships with Granite suppliers to ensure timely and accurate receipt of goods.
  • Facilitate a safety first attitude in all work to ensure Company safety standards are met.
  • Coordinate mechanical support for the field when necessary to mitigate potential down time of small tools equipment.
  • Depending on location provide pick-up and delivery service of tools and supplies and inspect all vehicles to ensure timely and safe delivery.

Education
  • High School diploma required and current enrollment at an accredited institution of higher learning such as a college or university.

Field of Study
  • Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred of technical training and related experience.

Work Experience
  • 0-3 years progressive experience in small tools environment preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • General understanding of parts, inventory, ordering, and construction.
  • Mechanically inclined.
  • Must be detail oriented.
  • Basic knowledge of hand tools
  • Able to handle a fast pace work environment
  • Ability to multi task
  • Basic computer skills

Our Benefits at a Glance:

In addition to building the next generation of builders, Granite invests in its interns by providing them access to a broad benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more.

Interns may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible interns.

We invest in the future of our interns by providing them with access to Granite's 401(k) plan where they are eligible for Granite's 100% employer match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that they defer into their 401(k) plan.

Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States.
Base Hourly Wage Range :Hourly: $18.00 $21.00
Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors.

About Granite Construction Incorporated

Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

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Notice to Staffing Agencies

Granite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Granite") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Granite

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