Tool Shop Counter

The Tool Shop Counter team member plays an essential role in supporting field crews and project timelines by ensuring the right tools and consumables are available, accurate, and ready to go. From filling tool requests and coordinating deliveries to maintaining inventory and checking equipment for safety, this role keeps operations running smoothly from the shop to the jobsite.

You'll be responsible for managing tool check-ins and check-outs, tracking inventory in the system, and identifying tools that need repair or replacement. With a strong eye for detail and a commitment to efficiency, you'll help make sure every order is accurate, complete, and delivered on time.

Tool Shop Counter personnel are valued for their reliability, organization, and practical knowledge of construction tools and materials. Their work directly impacts the productivity and safety of every crew in the field-making them a key part of our operational success.

RK Overview

RK Industries (RK) is a second-generation family-owned business built on hard work and strong values. Led by brothers Rick and Jon Kinning, we take pride in delivering a wide range of hands-on services including construction, manufacturing, custom fabrication, and building services. With seven specialized business units working in close coordination, we ensure every job is done right from start to finish. Our proven methods, focus on safety, and commitment to quality help bring our customers' biggest ideas to life.

Position Summary

Fill requests for tools and return tools back to the Tool Shop. Prepare tools and consumables for shipment to jobs based on requisitions. Coordinate delivery/pickup of tools with jobsite and Tool Shop Supervisor.

Role Responsibilities

• Research on hand quantities prior to picking.
• Notify Tool Shop Supervisor of any items that are not in stock and needed to fill request.
• Transfer and validate the changes in tool/consumable status in the Viewpoint system.
• Research parts/tools if needed.
• Review status of tools - i.e. tools in need of repair, retires etc.
• Ensure orders are filled and completed within the time requirements.
• Communicate order status to the field.
• Check orders for accuracy and quality prior to shipment.
• Oversee the receiving and inventory of inbound tools and consumables.
• Ensure that tools are being maintained and repaired as required and necessary.
• Cycle count tools at Tool Shop.
• Ensure transactional activity of check in and out of tools is happening properly within the system.
• Inspect and ensure all equipment is in safe and proper operating conditions prior to assigning/shipping to a site.

Qualifications

• Receives direct supervision.
• Performs technical responsibilities.
• Work is generally structured or recurring.
• Objectives based on established guidelines, processes and operating procedures.
• Relevant experience is not necessarily required.
• Entry-level position.

Minimum Physical Requirements and Accountability

• Work outside, inside, and in dusty, noisy and hazardous areas.
• Work in high places, tight places, confined spaces and/or other adverse locations.
• Climb, balance, squat, kneel and crouch.
• Work in all types of weather.
• Must have working knowledge of all trade materials and tools.
• Ability to lift and carry 51 to 75 lbs. occasionally, and/or 31 to 45 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 16 to 22 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

What Sets RK Industries Apart

• Safety: Our unmatched culture of safety is our foremost core value, guiding everything we do each day: Health, Safety, & Environmental
• Awards: Whether in Construction, Manufacturing, Fabrication, or Service, RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry: Accreditations & Recognition
• Benefits: RK Industries offers competitive benefits to support your growth and well-being: Benefits & Rewards
• Philanthropy: RK Industries not only builds our community through our projects, but also invests in it by supporting local services for over a decade through the RK Foundation: RK Foundation
• Development: Through RK University, we provide hands-on training and development opportunities that empower employees to advance their careers and grow within the company, to include leadership and technical learning opportunities, we well as our accredited apprentice program: RK University & RK Apprenticeship Program

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.