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Yard Operator

Ziegler CAT
Altoona, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/7/2026
Ziegler CAT has an opening for a full-time Yard Operator to support our customers, service, and sales personnel. We are looking for a dedicated employee with a strong work ethic and excellent organizational, customer service, and communication skills to help support our growth.

Responsibilities:

  • Ship, receive, and operate equipment in the yard
  • Promptly greet and assist customers in the yard
  • Ensure proper documentation of incoming/outgoing equipment
  • Maintain a clean and orderly yard
  • Assist with shop and facility clean up and maintenance
  • Maintain grounds including snow removal
  • Monitor and maintain fuel and fluid levels for shops and on branch machinery
  • Park equipment in designated areas, according to appearance and guidelines
  • Work collaboratively on a team
  • Provide assistance to other departments as requested
  • Complete responsibilities safely

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • 3 years experience required in shop or operating equipment or related duties
  • Personal Characteristics: attention to detail, dependable, self-starter, customer-focused, efficient, and team player
  • Ability to operate machinery and perform job duties safely
  • This role is deemed safety-sensitive and will be subject to a drug test as a pre-employment requirement

Minimum Physical Requirements:

  • Push/pull up to 50 lbs

  • Lift/carry up to 60 lbs

  • Lift bulky objects

  • Standing, walking, using hands, talking, hearing, neck rotation, trunk rotation, stair climbing, ladder climbing, repetitive bending, kneeling, sustained squat, forward reaching, overhead reaching, supine overhead reaching, crawling, bin lift, high steps, fingering/grasping – able to use bolt box.

  • Working Conditions may be indoor and/or outdoor. Noise level may be loud at times.


This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Ziegler Inc. will reasonably accommodate the known disabilities of qualified disabled individuals.

SEE YOURSELF AT ZIEGLER

Founded in 1914, Ziegler is a third-generation, family-owned CAT dealer with over 2400 employees across 30 locations in Minnesota, Iowa and northern Missouri. Since day one Ziegler has had the same philosophy- if the customer is successful- then Ziegler will be successful. That is why Ziegler is committed to providing employees with the best possible work environment and the right tools for career development. This means great benefits, work/life balance, and ongoing professional development and training. Fulfill your calling by starting a career with Ziegler today!

The pay range for this position is $25.00 to $34.00

Starting wage is dependent on skills, experience, education and location. Pay range may vary by 10% depending upon the applicant’s location. Along with competitive pay, full time positions are benefits eligible which includes:

  • Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

  • 15 days of PTO your first year, accrual starts day 1

  • 9 paid holidays

  • 401(k) plan with company contribution and match

  • HSA (Health Savings Account), Ziegler contributes up to $1000 tax-free each year

  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, FSA & EAP

  • Paid Parental Leave & Funeral Leave

  • Fitness membership discount

  • Education Assistance

  • Safety Boot Reimbursement, PPE & Uniforms provided

  • Safe, clean and friendly work environment

At Ziegler Inc. we’re committed to equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Salary : $25 - $34

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