Driver​/Shop Assistant

Driver/Shop Assistant# Driver/Shop Assistant Bangor Shop - Bangor, ME 04401## Overview Salary Range $26.00 - $36.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time## DescriptionNS Giles – Excellence in Concrete ConstructionN.S. Giles is a dedicated team of concrete construction professionals committed to delivering exceptional service to our clients. We deeply value the opportunity to provide the highest quality workmanship, backed by innovation and integrity.

We uphold the highest standards in job site safety and employee education, ensuring our people and expertise stand apart in the industry. Our comprehensive in-house equipment and specialized services distinguish us from competitors. Our core markets include a diverse range of commercial developments, such as:
• Community-based education facilities
• Mixed-use and multi-family projects
• Healthcare infrastructure
• Civil works, including parking garages, water and wastewater treatment facilities, airports, and concrete paving At N.S. Giles, we pride ourselves on offering dynamic career opportunities and mentorship for our employees. Our core values emphasize fostering a strong sense of family, promoting mutual respect, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We are dedicated to encouraging leadership, ongoing training, and continuous education at all levels.

Our mission is to consistently recruit, develop, and retain top talent in the industry. Position Summary The Driver/Shop Assistant plays a vital role in supporting field operations and ensuring the efficient functioning of equipment, tools, and materials across the company. This position is responsible for general shop operations, assisting with equipment maintenance and basic repairs, organizing and staging materials for job sites, maintaining accurate inventory, and completing deliveries and pickups as needed.

The ideal candidate demonstrates hands-on mechanical aptitude, familiarity with construction tools and equipment, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. This role requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, physical stamina, and a commitment to safety in both shop and field environments.

Essential Job Functions
* Report to work on a regular and timely basis and complete scheduled workdays consistently
* Operate company vehicles to transport tools, equipment, and materials to and from job sites
* Possess general automotive maintenance and repair knowledge
* Operate various motor vehicles and trucks safely and in compliance with company policies
* Receive incoming shipments and verify accuracy against packing slips and orders
* Load, unload, identify, and distribute materials, machinery, tools, and safety equipment according to direction or specifications
* Sort, label, and store materials on racks, shelves, or bins according to size, type, or product code
* Maintain accurate inventory records and assist with inventory tracking
* Pull and distribute tools, materials, and stock items to fulfill field requests
* Prepare materials and equipment for shipment or job-site deployment
* Utilize material-handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks
* Assist the Shop Foreman with deliveries, pickups, and shop organization
* Inspect, repair, refurbish, and maintain power tools and small equipment
* Operate woodworking and fabrication tools as required
* Run and operate Tool Hound systems
* Fabricate rebar as directed
* Follow all N.S. Giles safety standards on job sites and within the shop and yard
* Perform routine safety inspections and act as a safety monitor as needed
* Maintain general knowledge of OSHA-compliant shop practices, including Haz Com, material labeling, and fire hazard controls
* Perform all other duties as assigned## Qualifications…