Gate Attendant

Summary

Gate Attendant

We're hiring a Gate Attendant to help manage vehicle and visitor access at a construction site. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to gain experience in the construction industry, logistics, or site operations. No advanced construction knowledge is required. We will provide training on site procedures and expectations.

As the first person drivers and visitors meet when arriving on site, you'll play an important role in keeping operations organized, safe, and running smoothly.

The typical schedule will be 6AM-6PM and shifts are available Sunday-Saturday. If you're dependable, organized, and looking for an opportunity to get your foot in the door with a growing industry, apply today!

Responsibilities

• Welcome and check in delivery drivers and visitors arriving at the site.
• Verify IDs and basic paperwork.
• Keep records of trucks, materials, and deliveries entering and leaving the site.
• Direct drivers and visitors to the correct location on site.
• Monitor activity at the gate and report any concerns to site leadership.
• Follow site safety procedures and access guidelines.
• Maintain accurate logs using basic paperwork or computer data entry.

Essential Skills

• Reliable attendance and a positive attitude.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally.
• Basic computer and data entry skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow directions and established procedures.
• Ability to sit, stand, and remain attentive throughout a 12-hour shift.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Preferred Skills

• Customer service experience.
• Receptionist, gate attendant, security, warehouse, general labor, or administrative experience.
• Experience working outdoors or in a fast-paced environment.

Why Work Here?

You join a site-based team where your role directly supports safe and efficient operations. The position offers consistent hours, straightforward responsibilities, and the opportunity to gain experience in construction-site logistics and access control. You work in an environment that values reliability, clear communication, and attention to detail.

Work Environment

This position is based at an active construction site gate. You will spend most of your shift outdoors monitoring incoming and outgoing traffic. Conditions may include various weather conditions, noise, and dust typical of construction sites. Safety equipment and site-specific requirements will be provided as needed.

Job Type & Location: This is a contract position based out of Galesburg, IL.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $18.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Galesburg, IL.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Aug 22, 2026.

Job Description

Gate Attendant

We're hiring a Gate Attendant to help manage vehicle and visitor access at a construction site. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to gain experience in the construction industry, logistics, or site operations. No advanced construction knowledge is required. We will provide training on site procedures and expectations.

As the first person drivers and visitors meet when arriving on site, you'll play an important role in keeping operations organized, safe, and running smoothly.

The typical schedule will be 6AM-6PM and shifts are available Sunday-Saturday. If you're dependable, organized, and looking for an opportunity to get your foot in the door with a growing industry, apply today!

Responsibilities

• Welcome and check in delivery drivers and visitors arriving at the site.
• Verify IDs and basic paperwork.
• Keep records of trucks, materials, and deliveries entering and leaving the site.
• Direct drivers and visitors to the correct location on site.
• Monitor activity at the gate and report any concerns to site leadership.
• Follow site safety procedures and access guidelines.
• Maintain accurate logs using basic paperwork or computer data entry.

Essential Skills

• Reliable attendance and a positive attitude.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally.
• Basic computer and data entry skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow directions and established procedures.
• Ability to sit, stand, and remain attentive throughout a 12-hour shift.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Preferred Skills

• Customer service experience.
• Receptionist, gate attendant, security, warehouse, general labor, or administrative experience.
• Experience working outdoors or in a fast-paced environment.

Why Work Here?

You join a site-based team where your role directly supports safe and efficient operations. The position offers consistent hours, straightforward responsibilities, and the opportunity to gain experience in construction-site logistics and access control. You work in an environment that values reliability, clear communication, and attention to detail.

Work Environment

This position is based at an active construction site gate. You will spend most of your shift outdoors monitoring incoming and outgoing traffic. Conditions may include various weather conditions, noise, and dust typical of construction sites. Safety equipment and site-specific requirements will be provided as needed.

Job Type & Location: This is a contract position based out of Galesburg, IL.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $18.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Galesburg, IL.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Aug 22, 2026.