Senior Yard Operations Lead - Heavy Equipment

JB Harris Group; York Haven (York County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Simple IRA with company match

Paid time off

Opportunities for professional develop

Job summary

JB Harris Transport LLC is seeking a Yard Manager to oversee the heavy equipment yard operations, inventory control, maintenance coordination, and team leadership to ensure safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. The role focuses on coordinating scheduling, dispatch, and logistics while maintaining equipment to company safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in yard management or logistics with leadership experience, strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, and proven

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Logistics, Operations, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in heavy equipment yard management/operations/logistics, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of heavy equipment types, maintenance requirements, and logistics operations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations, OSHA standards, and best practices in yard management.
• Financial acumen with experience managing budgets and operational expenses.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the heavy equipment yard, ensuring smooth workflows and optimal efficiency.
• Manage scheduling, dispatch, and logistics for all equipment rentals, deliveries, and returns.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of yard personnel, including equipment operators, inventory associates, and general labor staff.
• Ensure equipment is maintained, cleaned, and inspected according to company standards and safety regulations.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Logistics management

Budget management

Inventory management

Communication

Yard management software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Logistics, Operations, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Yard management software

Job description

JB Harris Transport LLC is seeking a Yard Manager to oversee the heavy equipment yard operations, inventory control, maintenance coordination, and team leadership to ensure safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. The role focuses on coordinating scheduling, dispatch, and logistics while maintaining equipment to company safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in yard management or logistics with leadership experience, strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, and proven