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Rain for Rent Project Specialist in Bakersfield, California

Description

What we do: Rain for Rent moves water every day. We are the leading provider of temporary liquid handling solutions and are known for our systems engineering expertise, ability to tackle complex jobs cost effectively, and providing high value to organizations with critical liquid management issues. Our experienced teams, backed by skilled engineers, are continually working to redefine what is expected from a liquids handling provider by developing new equipment and harnessing technology for the most demanding environments. Our Rain for Rent solutions exceed customers’ expectations for service and quality for their water-handling, irrigation and temporary liquid-storage problems. We strive to effectively and efficiently complete projects safely, on time and the right the first time.

To learn more about us please check out our website here. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IfacXlPz9a8)

Rain for Rent’s employees are proud to work for this family owned business which has been in business for more than 80 years. We are committed to providing consistent, quality products and services to customers across the U.S., Canada and the UK from more than 65 locations. Honesty and integrity are valued at Rain for Rent and employees are committed to exceeding expectations for service and quality to our customers.

As a Project Specialist you will work as needed on various projects throughout the United States supporting local Rain for Rent branches. Projects will consist of by-pass pumping systems of all types, filtration projects, high pressure and complex general service pumping applications and or installations of other products deemed sensitive in nature. You will be required to work and interact with local branches, regional, national and corporate sales and engineering departments. In addition, you will be required to interact with clients on and off job locations to promote and enhance Rain For Rent’s position in the oil and gas, and general service markets. Maybe required to participate in both local and national trade shows as required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Works closely with Sales/Account Manager.

  • Complete assigned projects on time and complete at or below quotation cost estimate.

  • Become familiar with all products and services that Rain for Rent provides and continually update oneself on all new services and products offered by the company.

  • Perform job walks as required:

  • Identify potential hazards such as structures that will impede installation.

  • Traffic obstacles both vehicular and pedestrian in nature that will affect installation.

  • Affect of installation on the proposed installation routes, potential areas of damage to property or landscaping, potential spill damage of both the product and fuel to waterways, and surrounding area.

  • Identify additional opportunities for optional or add on rental equipment such as road ramps, flow meters, telemetry units, spill-guards and other products as applicable to the individual job.

  • Assist in quotation preparation:

  • Provide labor estimates and timeline for installation and removal.

  • Provide labor estimate for loading and unloading of equipment at location.

  • Provide equipment list for resources needed – manpower, forklifts, light towers, fuel storage, special needs like cranes, etc.

  • Assist in developing a definable scope of work for the quotation.

  • Job costing and job tracking:

  • Keep accurate records of all labor both internal and external used on the project.

  • Keep accurate records of all equipment used both internal and external on the project.

  • Keep accurate records of all supplies and consumable items used on the project.

  • Keep daily progress logs noting items or conditions that hampered achieving that day’s objective.

  • Inform branch and others as needed at the end of each day as to project progress.

  • Obtain signed change orders for all extra work that is not part of the defined scope of work or quotation.

  • Awarded jobs that you are in charge of:

  • Review quotation and scope of work with local branch and others as required.

  • Determine available assets at that local branch and determine if they are sufficient to perform the project.

  • Develop a spill containment plan and have the material required on the job location and available to all workers.

  • Complete a job specific Job Safety Hazard Analysis (JSHA) for the project and review with all employees including contract workers.

  • Hold daily progress and safety meetings with the assigned crew including contractors or temporary employees, keep accurate records of subjects discussed and daily sign-in sheets.

  • Establish emergency contact lists for the specific job.

  • Assist in preparing invoice to customer if needed.

What we offer:• Advancing your career through company provided training and development • A competitive base salary paid on a weekly basis• Nine paid holidays and paid time off program• Tuition reimbursement• Employees also participate in excellent Benefits (http://www.rainforrent.com/) including: Medical, dental, vision and a matching 401k plan

When you join the Rain for Rent team, you will have the opportunity to make friends in the course of doing good business and can contribute positively to your community. The choice is easy. Join the Rain for Rent team today.

Rain for Rent is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, veteran status, gender identity, and sexual orientation, and other statuses protected by law.

Estimated Rate of Pay $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

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Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

  • Driver License

Experience

Required

  • Knowledge of the equipment rental business, with particular emphasis on the pump rental market.

  • Competent in all aspects of hydraulic and liquid systems.

  • Knowledge of diesel engines, pumps, and general piping experience.

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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