Yard Specialist

Dobbs Equipment, LLC; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 17,908 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

Dobbs Equipment is seeking a Yard Specialist to support daily yard activities and branch efficiency. You will inspect equipment, record fuel data, and handle related paperwork per agreements. The role requires basic knowledge of heavy machinery and the ability to work outdoors to serve customers.

Essential functions include safety adherence, solo work with supervision, and preparing required reports. Overnight travel is minimal and bilingual skills are a plus for team communication.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required and clean driving record.
• Knowledge of industrial equipment maintenance and operation.
• Ability to perform basic repairs and maintenance using special tools per Technical Manual procedures.
• Forklift certification preferred or training available.
• Overhead crane training preferred or training available.
• Wash rack and steam cleaner systems training preferred or available.
• Ability to communicate effectively with teammates.
• Strong problem-solving and time management skills.
• Must be self-motivated and able to read and interpret safety rules and manuals.
• Quick learner with ability to think out of the box and travel <5% when training.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules and perform work assignments.
• Work alone with limited supervision.
• Complete machine inspections.
• Prepare reports and forms for job assignments.
• Participate in training programs as directed by management.
• Present a professional image of the dealership.

Skills

Valid Driver’s License

Equipment maintenance knowledge

Basic repairs with tools

Read & interpret safety manuals

Self-motivation

Time management

Effective communication

Bilingual (plus)

Education

Forklift certification

Overhead crane training

Wash rack/steam cleaners training

Tools

Industrial tools

Job description

Job Summary

Dobbs Equipment is seeking a Yard Specialist. This position is responsible for assisting in the efficiency and security of daily yard or branch activity. The position requires basic knowledge of heavy machinery to conduct initial inspection of equipment, and record information such as fuel. The ability to work outside during long periods of time for our customers will be essential to complete the needs of our customers. Managing associated equipment paperwork such as transfer attachments and other related equipment paperwork per agreements is an essential function of this role.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Follow all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments.
• Work alone with a limited amount of supervision.
• Complete machine inspections.
• Prepare all reports and forms required in conjunction with job assignments.
• Participate in all training programs as directed by the General Manager and/or Service Manager.
• Always conduct self to present a professional image of the dealership.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License and maintain a clean driving record.
• Knowledge of industrial equipment maintenance and operation.
• Ability to perform basic repairs and required maintenance using special tools and equipment following Technical Manual procedures

Education, Skill, And/or Experience Requirements

• Forklift certification preferred or will train.
• Overhead crane preferred or will train.
• Wash rack and steam cleaners’ systems preferred or will train.
• Ability to communicate effectively with teammates.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Must be able to self-manage/self-motivate.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Quick learner with the ability to think out of the box.
• Overnight travel less than 5% (Training).
• Bilingual a plus.

Work Environment

While performing the functions of this job, the employee regularly works in a service shop setting and is exposed to frequently changing temperatures, wet or humid conditions, noise, vibration, fumes, odors, dust, and close proximity to moving mechanical parts.

Physical Demands

• Ability to work using Personal Protective Equipment, including respirators, welding shields, hard hats, vests, safety glasses, goggles, gloves and etc.
• Ability to use full range of motion for back, arms, hands, and fingers.
• Able to use full range of motion for both legs, including climbing, twisting, squatting, and pushing with both legs.
• Able to use hand tools, fuel hoses, lubrication systems on all equipment
• Able to climb onto or down from mobile construction equipment, typically 3-4 feet of climbing, for service and inspection.
• The employee is frequently required to lift or carry loads greater than 50 lbs but less than 75 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance and color vision.
• The employee is regularly required to talk or hear at moderate noise levels.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affidative Action

Dobbs Equipment is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affidative Action employer. We are committed to providing an environment free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation both for our employees and applicants. We make all employment related decisions on the basis of an individual’s qualifications and job performance. We recruit, hire, promote, train, transfer, and make compensation decisions without regard to race, religion, color, creed, national origin, ancestry or citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy status, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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Dobbs Equipment is an Equal Opportunity and At-Will Employer.