Equipment Yard Associate

Join the team at James River Equipment in Ashland

Since 1977, James River Equipment has been providing outstanding John Deere products and services to farmers, businesses, homeowners, and our communities. Each one of our over 50 authorized John Deere dealerships provides a workplace where employees are family and customers return because of the skill, service and trust our employees provide. As we grow, we value people ready to grow a career that makes an impact far beyond just our daily workplace.

We are seeking someone with a positive attitude who enjoys learning and can handle both equipment yard work as well as light maintenance work.

Day in the Life: Equipment Yard Associate

• Loading, unloading and moving equipment and keeping it stored correctly and neatly on lot
• Keep check in/out log with serial numbers and tag numbers for accurate inventory records and daily forklift inspection logs
• Conduct check of equipment fluid levels, ensure proper attachments and manuals are with equipment, and ensure customers/contractors load and secure equipment correctly before it leaves the lot
• Park equipment with leaks on concrete and ensure fluids are properly caught
• Inspect yard/building perimeter periodically for repairs or safety issues

Need to Succeed:

• Good communication, customer service and excellent attendance
• Recent computer skills to learn systems for equipment check in/check out and record keeping
• Eye for safety, attention to detail, ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in the elements (all types of weather)
• Forklift certification with knowledge of equipment is a plus

About the Benefits

Joining the team at James River Equipment means you’ll enjoy a wide range of benefits, many of which start on day one of your employment with us. In addition to a competitive hourly rate of pay (negotiable based on experience), the successful candidate will receive:

• Extended health, dental, and vision insurance (day one of employment)
• Health savings account options
• Flexible spending account options
• Disability and life insurance
• 401k with employer match and profit share (after 90 days of employment)
• Annual tools and PPE allowance 
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee recognition rewards program
• Opportunities to attend a yearly cruise for top performers
• Opportunities for leadership and professional growth 
• Quarterly group outings, company events, and employee recognition programs

Upon joining James River Equipment, you will be welcomed into a supportive, collaborative, and diverse team that takes pride in a job well done and is appreciated for the work they do!

For more information about what it’s like to work at James River Equipment, please visit our website at www.jamesriverequipment.com