Heavy Equipment Shop Laborer Parts and Inventory Specialist

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Since 2009, R-2 Contractors has been a trusted leader in Civil & Underground construction, specializing in power infrastructure projects nationwide. From renewable energy to major utility work, we deliver expert excavation, grading, trenching, and foundation services that keep communities connected and moving forward.

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Job Title: Heavy Equipment Shop Laborer Parts and Inventory Specialist – Build a Career with Us
Location: Gilbert Shop
Pay: $28.00 – $35.00 per hour DOE
Must Have: Mechanics Shop and Warehouse Experience
Status: Full-Time
Reports To: Shop Manager
Start Your Career with R2
R2 is hiring a motivated, dependable individual to join our Gilbert shop team. The ideal candidate will bring 1-2 years of warehousing experience in a mechanical or equipment-related industry, along with 1-2 years or more of hands-on mechanical equipment repair experience, including diesel trucks and/or heavy equipment service.
This role combines warehouse, inventory, equipment-support, and hands-on maintenance responsibilities. We are looking for someone who is willing to support the full needs of the shop and wants to build a long-term future with R2.
What You’ll Be Doing

• Manage, organize, and maintain inventory of parts, tools, trailers, and equipment
• Pull orders and prepare parts, tools, and equipment for field or shop use
• Check parts and equipment in and out of inventory and maintain accurate records
• Load and prepare parts, tools, and equipment for shipping or transport
• Operate a forklift safely for material handling, loading, unloading, and inventory movement
• Pressure wash, clean, and detail company vehicles and equipment
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and assist with diesel truck and heavy equipment service and repair
• Change oil, perform basic preventive maintenance, and support general equipment upkeep
• Operate a company pickup for local parts pickup and delivery as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop and warehouse environment
• Support daily shop, warehouse, and fleet operations as needed

What We’re Looking For

• 1-2 years of warehousing experience in a mechanical, fleet, automotive, diesel, heavy equipment, or similar industry
• 1-2 years or more of hands-on mechanical equipment repair experience, including diesel and/or heavy equipment service
• Experience with parts, tools, inventory control, order pulling, receiving, or shipping preferred
• Ability and willingness to operate a forklift safely; prior forklift experience preferred
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean MVR (Motor Vehicle Record)
• Comfortable operating a company pickup for local parts pickup and delivery
• Reliable, dependable, and able to show up on time
• Strong work ethic and willingness to perform both warehouse and equipment-maintenance duties
• Willing to learn, take direction, and support changing shop priorities
• Positive attitude, team mindset, and flexibility to work varying hours when needed

Why This is a Great Opportunity

• Build broader hands-on experience across warehouse, fleet, diesel, and heavy equipment operations
• Work directly with equipment, vehicles, parts, tools, and inventory
• Develop practical experience supporting both shop and field operations
• Opportunity to grow within R2 as skills and responsibilities expand
• Be part of a team that values hard work and dependability

If you’re ready to bring your warehouse and mechanical experience to a hands-on shop role and continue building your career, we’d like to hear from you.

R-2 Contractors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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