Yard Associate

Kirby Smith; Hewitt (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-Average Industry Pay

Comprehensive Benefits Package (incl.

401K Plan with Company Match

Generous PTO Package/Paid Holidays

Short/Long Term Disability

Growth Opportunities

Paid Training

Family-owned and Operated

Health and Wellness

Job summary

Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. in Hewitt, Texas is seeking a Yard Associate to move equipment in and out of the yard, ensure orderly placement, and safely load and unload equipment using wash bay processes.

This role requires English literacy, High School diploma, 6 months related experience, valid driver's license, and basic mechanical knowledge to support heavy industrial equipment maintenance; the position is safety-sensitive and equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Six (6) months of experience in a related position preferred.
• Ability to speak, read and write in English.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Knowledge and ability to operate heavy construction equipment, experience preferred.
• Basic mechanical knowledge related to heavy industrial construction equipment.

Responsibilities

• Communicates and supports the Kirby Smith vision and core values of One Mission, One Team, One Plan, One Goal.
• Loads and unloads equipment safely.
• Prepares shipping documents promptly and accurately.
• Organizes and maintains machine keys.
• Maintains the status of equipment in the yard.
• Maintains an orderly organization of equipment and attachments.
• Washes, cleans, and makes equipment ready by using the wash bay.
• Ensures consistent and reliable on-site attendance.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

English

Driver's License

Equipment operation

Mechanical knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Heavy construction equipment

Job description

Who We Are

Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. is a leading distributor of heavy equipment and cranes in the central United States. We are at the forefront of today's construction industry growth and have several exciting job opportunities for talented, energized professionals across the region who want to join our #WeAre1KirbySmith family!

Yard Associate Benefits

• Above-Average Industry Pay


• Comprehensive Benefits Package (including Medical/Dental/Vision)


• 401K Plan with Company Match


• Generous PTO Package/Paid Holidays


• Short/Long Term Disability


• Growth Opportunities


• Paid Training


• Family-owned and Operated


• Health and Wellness

Yard Associate Position Purpose

Responsible for moving the equipment in and out of the yard, the orderly placement of the equipment, and the safe loading and unloading of equipment, and for washing and detailing the equipment using power wash bay equipment.

Yard Associate Essential Functions

• Communicates and supports the Kirby Smith vision and core values of One Mission, One Team, One Plan, One Goal


• Loads and unloads equipment safely


• Prepares shipping documents promptly and accurately


• Organizes and maintains machine keys


• Maintains the status of equipment in the yard


• Maintains an orderly organization of equipment and attachments


• Washes, cleans, and makes equipment ready by using the wash bay


• Ensures consistent and reliable on-site attendance


• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Yard Associate Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent


• Six (6) months of experience in a related position


• Ability to speak, read and write in English


• Valid Driver's License


• Knowledge and ability to operate heavy construction equipment, experience preferred


• Basic mechanical knowledge related to heavy industrial construction equipment

Yard Associate Physical Requirements

• Pushing/Pulling/Lifting/Carrying up to 50 pounds without assistance


• Physical ability to squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop, climb and reach overhead


• Must be able to work in extreme heat, cold, wet, damp, dusty or windy conditions and tolerate exposure to typical noises, hazardous materials and fumes/odors


• Physical ability to climb on and climb off heavy equipment


• Adheres to personal protective equipment (PPE) policy and maintains individual PPE to ensure functionality

This position is considered a safety-sensitive position.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.