Rental Yard Worker

Peterson Cat has the immediate need for a Utility Worker / Rental Yard Associate at The Dalles, OR location.

The Utilityperson is responsible to clean machines, organize equipment and components in yard, and perform light maintenance to machines and components used in heavy equipment industry.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign the functions to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Job functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Clean machines and components as needed to prepare equipment for delivery.
• Operate heavy equipment to and from Service Departments and display areas.
• Organize Store Front and parking lots with equipment and ensure the cleanliness of each area.
• Load / Unload heavy equipment and attachments from trucks.
• Maintain records and or bill of ladings.
• Complete service reports, timecards, and other related paperwork.
• Safely operate lift trucks, overhead cranes, hoists, power tools and other shop equipment in a safe manner.
• Organize work tools for sales department.
• Keep yard and work areas clean and organized throughout day to ensure safe work environment.
• Attend scheduled training classes and profit center meetings as scheduled.
• Wear safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, company provided overalls, and other related safety gear in all designated company and customer work areas.
• Maintain punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.
• Operate company or personal vehicle as needed.

Based on location the following duties may or may not apply.

• Receive, track and record machines and attachments in the yard for Inventory purposes.
• Tag and scan machines and attachments with iMetrix and verify machine and attachment serial numbers for DBS receiving.
• Perform shipping/receiving functions, inspect cargo for damage, and follow outlined shipping/receiving policies and procedures. Maintain records for bill of ladings.
• Code freight bills and forward for processing.
• Install attachments to machines as needed for sale or demonstration.
• Perform minor preventative maintenance services on rental fleet and other equipment and vehicles.
• Operate a motor vehicle to deliver parts to field technicians, and to pick run various errands required by supervisor.

Based on Business Unit the following duties may or may not apply.

• Responsible for maintaining the overall cleanliness of multiple shops, offices, perimeter of building and shop aprons; empty trash cans, dispose of used oil filters and garbage, clean and refill mop buckets, etc.
• Assist with shop cleanliness above what technicians are required to do.
• Maintain shop equipment clean, in good working order and well maintained.
• Assist with moving disabled vehicles in and out of shop.
• Drive a company vehicle to pick up and deliver components to vendors and customers.
• Pickup and delivery of vehicles (depending upon type of license).
• Keep steam bay clean and organized.
• Perform monthly safety inspections in Main shop, Body Shop and Warehouse.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school education or the equivalent; and a minimum of one year of experience as yard person or other utility worker position.
• Experience in the safe operation of heavy and other miscellaneous equipment preferred.
• Experience operating a steam cleaning machine preferred.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical work preferred but not required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Lift truck certificate preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record required.
• Ability to obtain Department of Transportation (DOT) medical card.

Peterson Machinery Co. is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.

Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $22