Utility Worker

Peterson; Salem (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Peterson Machinery Co. is seeking a dedicated Utility Worker / Rental Yard Associate at our Salem, OR location. The role involves preparing equipment for delivery, organizing the yard, and handling loading/unloading of heavy equipment with attention to safety.

Responsibilities include operating lift trucks, maintaining records, and ensuring a clean, safe work environment while attending scheduled training and meetings. A high school diploma and experience with heavy equipment are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school education or the equivalent.
• Experience operating heavy and other equipment.
• Experience operating a steam cleaning machine preferred.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical work preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and transport heavy equipment to and from service departments and display areas.
• Organize Store Front and parking lots with equipment and ensure cleanliness of each area.
• Load / Unload heavy equipment and attachments from trucks.
• Maintain records and/or bill of ladings.
• Complete service reports and timecards.
• Operate lift trucks and other shop equipment in a safe manner.
• Keep yard and work areas clean and organized.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Steam cleaning

Basic mechanical knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lift trucks

Job description

It’s your time, make it matter.

At Peterson, we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 90 years, our peoples’ work has shaped the communities where we live, where we raise our families, and where we thrive. Peterson’s legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back-up power at hospitals, fire-fighting, concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look. At Peterson, you don’t just have a career, you have a purpose.

Our family-oriented environment is built on safety, winning, growth, and professional achievement. Hiring and developing exceptional people is critical to our continued success. We have high standards for a good reason: our people represent Peterson, our family, our brand, and our values.

You have high expectations too. You are exceptionally motivated, have outstanding skills, and want your work to matter. Peterson offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and promotional opportunities at a family-owned and operated business. It’s time to use your skills and passion to do work that matters!

Job Description

Peterson Cat has a need for a Utility Worker / Rental Yard Associate at our Salem, OR location.

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 and transport 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.
• 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.

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

• Operate a company vehicle to deliver parts and components to Field Technicians, vendors, and customers, and to run errands as directed.
• Receive, track and record machines and attachments in the yard for inventory purposes.
• Use inventory systems and tools to scan and tag machines and attachments; verify machine and attachment serial numbers for Dealer Business Systems (DBS) receiving.
• Perform shipping and receiving functions and inspect cargo for damage, following outlined shipping and receiving policies and procedures.
• Maintain records for bills 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 equipment and vehicles.
• Maintain the overall cleanliness of multiple shops, offices, perimeter of building, and shop aprons including but not limited to emptying trash cans, disposing used oil filters and garbage, and cleaning and refilling mop buckets.
• Assist with shop cleanliness above what Technicians are required to do.
• Maintain and clean shop equipment.
• Assist with moving disabled vehicles in and out of shop.
• Pickup and deliver vehicles (depending upon type of license).
• Keep steam bay clean and organized.
• Perform monthly safety inspections in Main shop, Body Shop and Warehouse.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Work evening and weekend overtime is required, as necessary.

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.
• 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.