Yard / Utility Person

Papé Material Handling, Inc.; Spokane Valley (WA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Job summary

Pape’ Material Handling, Inc. in Spokane, WA is hiring a Yard/Utility Person to join our team. This entry‑level role offers upward mobility and hands-on experience in yard organization, equipment care, and shop operations.

You will check-in equipment, steam clean, wash, fuel, perform light mechanical work, and handle shipping/receiving while providing dependable service to customers. We offer strong benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Self-starter who can work without supervision.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to frequently lift and move 50 lbs.
• Driver’s license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• As our Yard/Utility member, you will be in a fast-paced role that will ensure our yard and equipment is organized, clean, and ready for our customers.
• Every day, you will perform equipment check-ins, steam clean, wash, and fuel equipment, perform light mechanical work, ship and receive, and more.

Skills

Self-starter

Communication

Organization

Lift 50 lbs

Driver's license

Job description

PAPE’ MATERIAL HANDLING, INC. – SPOKANE, WA

YARD / UTILITY PERSON:

Do you enjoy a variety of job duties? Are you mechanically inclined? Do you want the opportunity to grow in your career? If you answered yes, we would love to hear from you!

Pape Material Handling, a premier capital equipment dealer in the West, is seeking a Yard/Utility Person to join our team. While this position is entry-level, it has great upward mobility potential within the store!

At Pape’, we invest in your growth. From robust training programs to continuous support, we equip our team members with the tools to succeed. In return for your hard work, we offer competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and a strong work-life balance designed to support you and your family.

Make a difference. Grow your career. Join the Pape’ Team!

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As our Yard/Utility member, you will be in a fast-paced role that will ensure our yard and equipment is organized, clean, and ready for our customers. Every day, you will perform equipment check-ins, steam clean, wash, and fuel equipment, perform light mechanical work, ship and receive, and more!

WHAT YOU NEED

• Self-starter drive who can work without direct supervision.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to frequently lift and move 50 lbs.
• Driver’s license with a good driving record.
• This position will require working outside in all weather conditions.

Compensation:

$17.13-22.68/hr (Depending on Experience)

Why work for Pape’:

• Competitive pay based on your skills, training, and experience level.
• Outstanding benefits including –401(k) & Roth 401(k) Retirement Plans with Company Match; Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts (Flex Plans); Life Insurance; Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Online and Instructor-Led Training; Tuition Reimbursement for Training Programs.
• Progressive Vacation Plans, Sick Leave & Paid Holidays – Members receive 80 hours of vacation (First year is prorated for new hires based on start date), 1 hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked, and 7 paid holidays each year. Pape’ vacation plans also have tiers based on your seniority, so as your seniority grows, your vacation time off does as well.
• Advancement– Pape’ is a dynamic, growth-oriented organization with a focus on promoting from within.
• Stability and reputation— Pape’ is a family-owned, fourth-generation company with over 160 locations, over 4,000 members and 85 plus years of experience. Pape’ is known for their stability, honesty and integrity.
• Equipment– Pape’ has the largest equipment inventory in the West and an unparalleled parts inventory!
• Employee impact– Enjoy an open-door policy where your voice will be heard and your opinions will matter.
• Training– You will be provided with training and mentoring to prepare you for your role and continued learning to grow your skills.

The Pape’ Group maintains a drug‑free workplace and as such, requires candidates to successfully pass a pre‑employment drug test.

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