What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Yard Associate position at JAMES RIVER EQUIPMENT GROUP?
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Career Opportunity with James River Equipment
Join the team at James River Equipment in Statesville
Since 1977, James River Equipment has been providing outstanding John Deere products and services to farmers, businesses, homeowners, and our communities. Each one of our nearly 50 authorized John Deere dealerships provides a workplace where employees are family and customers return because of the skill, service and trust our employees provide. As we grow, we value people ready to grow a career that makes an impact far beyond just our daily workplace.
This opportunity is a great launching point into a career path as a mechanic, driver, or customer service associate.
As an Equipment Yard Associate, your more typical responsibilities will include:
• Loading and unloading/handling equipment
• Keep check in/out log with serial numbers and tag numbers for accurate inventory records
• Keep equipment stored in correct place and parked neatly on lot
• Inspect forklift before each day and keep an accurate log
• Keep daily checks on equipment fluid levels before they leave
• Make sure equipment leaves with proper attachments and manuals
• Communicate any problems to sales and service contacts
• Make sure customer and contractor loads and secures equipment correctly
• Inspect yard and outside of building periodically for repairs and safety issues
• Make sure equipment with leaks are parked on concrete and fluids are caught
Requirements include:
• Forklift certified and working knowledge of equipment.
• Great communication skills and the ability to keep organized records.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on occasion.
Above all, we are seeking a friendly team player who has an outstanding work ethic, a willingness to continue learning and growing personally and professionally, and enjoys contributing to a positive work environment!
Life at James River Equipment
About the Benefits
Joining the team at James River Equipment means you’ll enjoy a wide range of benefits, many of which start on day one of your employment with us. In addition to competitive pay (negotiable based on experience), the successful candidate will receive:
- Extended health, dental, and vision insurance (day one of employment)
- Health savings account options
- Flexible spending account options
- Disability and life insurance
- 401k with employer match and profit share (after 90 days of employment)
- Annual tools and PPE allowance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Employee recognition rewards program
- Opportunities to attend a yearly cruise for top performers
- Opportunities for leadership and professional growth
- Quarterly group outings, company events, and employee recognition programs
Upon joining the James River Equipment family, you will be welcomed into a supportive, collaborative, and diverse team that takes pride in a job well done and is appreciated for the work they do!
For more information about what it’s like to work at James River Equipment, please visit our website at www.jamesriverequipment.com
