Build the Future with Us — Forge & Build is Hiring a Yard Supervisor

At EquipmentShare, we’re not just filling a role — we’re assembling the best team on the planet to build something that’s never been built before. We’re on a mission to transform an industry that’s been stuck in the past by empowering contractors and communities through innovative technology, real-time support, and a team that truly cares.

Forge & Build is hiring a Yard Supervisor at our facility in Iowa City, IA, and we’re looking for someone who’s ready to grow with us, bring energy and drive to their work, and help us build the future of construction. The Yard Supervisor is responsible for leading daily yard operations and standards, managing the yard team, ensuring a great customer experience, and driving safety standards at all times throughout the yard.

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and offers overtime pay after working 40 hours. (Includes working weekends)

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintaining yard inventory control and procedures.
• Responsible for planning and coordinating all deliveries and transfers.
• Responsible for coordinating all shipping and receiving activities.
• Maintains a safe and organized yard environment.
• Ensures completion of all routine inspections, repairs, maintenance, and equipment cleaning.
• Responsible for all loading and unloading of building materials while strictly maintaining safety standards.
• Responsible for general yard standards and building cleanup in accordance with company standards.
• Maintains a safe and hazard-free workplace at all times.
• Serves as an advocate for driving and promoting company culture and upholding high standards of customer experience.
• Maintains all safety requirements and ensures all safety training is completed.
• Maintains organization and proper maintenance of all yard operations.
• Ensures all loads are accurate and delivered in a timely manner.
• Communicates issues that could impact the business to the Store Manager in a timely and effective manner.
• Assists with various other duties as assigned by the Store Manager.

Why EquipmentShare?

Because we do things differently — and we think you’ll feel it from day one. We’re a people-first company powered by cutting-edge technology. That means our proprietary T3 platform doesn’t just run our business — it also makes your job easier, safer, and more connected. Whether you’re behind the wheel, under the hood, leading a branch, or closing deals — tech supports you, and you drive us forward.

We’re a team of problem-solvers, go-getters, and builders. And we’re looking for teammates who take pride in doing meaningful work and want to be part of building something special.

Perks & Benefits

• Monthly Family Dinner Night — We treat you and your family to dinner every month, because family comes first. (An employee favorite!) *restrictions apply
  
  
• Competitive compensation
  
  
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees
  
  
• Generous PTO + paid holidays
  
  
• 401(k) + company match
  
  
• Tool and boot reimbursements (role dependent)
  
  
• Gym membership stipend + wellness programs (earn PTO and prizes!)
  
  
• Company events, food truck nights, and monthly team dinners
  
  
• 16 hours of paid volunteer time per year — give back to the community you call home
  
  
• Career advancement, leadership training, and professional development opportunities
  
  

About You

You want to be part of a team that’s not just changing an industry for the sake of change — we’re transforming it to make it safer, more secure, and more productive. You bring grit, heart, and humility to your work, and you’re excited about the opportunity to grow within a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

We’re looking for people who:

• See challenges as opportunities
  
  
• Embrace change and continuous improvement
  
  
• Bring energy, effort, and optimism every day

About Forge & Build

Forge & Build is a place contractors and customers can access all the materials and hardware they need to get the job done, as well as tech-powered equipment rentals. 

At its foundation, Forge & Build was started by contractors for contractors. Its leadership team is different from our competitors because they know what it feels like to be a builder. They remember walking into a hardware store hoping to find everything in one place, but many times having to head to another store.

As a partner of EquipmentShare, Forge & Build is backed by one of the largest construction equipment buyers in the country, a nationwide support team and T3 technology that helps builders of America increase overall productivity, efficiency, and visibility. EquipmentShare is building connectivity for all verticals in construction including materials – which means having accurate and up-to-date information around inventory and location of materials to ensure our customers always have what they need.

Skills & Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Ability to operate and maintain all equipment and vehicles in the yard.
• Must maintain a minimum of a Class B Valid driver’s license.
• Responsible for upholding and executing all safety regulations and guidelines.
• Self-starter with a mindset of continuously improving yard operations.
• Ability to lead and support team members through driving company culture.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to proactively solve problems as they arise.
• Provides and delivers excellent customer experience.
• Helps identify new business opportunities with contractors, builders, developers, homeowners, etc., by referring them to outside sales representatives.
• Consistently assesses the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of all assigned work.
• Able to thrive in both collaborative and autonomous environments.
• Self-driven with an entrepreneurial mindset for continuous knowledge growth within the business.
• Adaptable and agile to quickly learn new and changing technologies and processes.
• Embodies the EquipmentShare mission and culture.
• Adherence to all company employee policies.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience providing excellent customer service.
• General knowledge of the construction industry is a plus.
• Solid written and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of basic math for calculating quantities and ensuring accurate inventory counts.
• Effective organizational, time management, detail orientation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective and consistent communication skills with internal and external customers.
• Ability to adapt quickly, thrive, and succeed in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to drive and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Inherent desire to learn and develop on an individual basis.
• Strives for continuous improvement.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to be outside during extreme and varying weather conditions and temperatures.
• Constantly lifts and/or moves objects up to 20 pounds.
• Regularly lifts and/or moves heavy objects, equipment parts, and tools, often weighing up to 50 pounds or more.
• Occasionally moves objects up to 100 pounds or more.
• Spends extended periods of standing and walking on varying, possibly uneven surfaces within the field environment while performing tasks such as inspections, repairs, maintenance, and/or maneuvering throughout the yard.
• Remains stationary in one position for long periods of time, which can include standing or sitting.
• Moves self into different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces, which will require bending and stooping.
• Uses hands, fingers, and arms to manipulate tools, equipment, and small parts with precision and control; specifically, constantly uses hands and wrists to finger, handle, feel, or make repeating motions and reach with hands and arms.
• Performs repetitive motions such as gripping, twisting, and turning.
• Good vision and hearing are essential for safely operating machinery, reading technical manuals, and communicating with colleagues and customers.
• Performs specific tasks with eyes that include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Must wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots, and hearing protection at all times.
• Moves around large equipment and navigates obstacles within the field and yard; may occasionally move about to accomplish tasks or move from one worksite to another.
• Operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• Constantly assesses the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.

A Workplace For All

At EquipmentShare, we believe the best solutions come from a team that reflects the world around us. Our initiative — A Workplace For All — is rooted in the belief that we must work together to solve some of the toughest problems in construction. That means attracting, developing, and retaining great people from all walks of life.

We value different backgrounds, talents, and perspectives. We want you to feel like you belong here — because you do.

EquipmentShare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Employment is contingent on passing a background check. Additionally, some roles require passing a drug test, depending on the job responsibilities.