Yard Operator

Ziegler Caterpillar•Owatonna, MN

1d•$25 - $34

About The Position

Ziegler CAT has an opening for a full-time Yard Operator. We are looking for an employee to oversee the equipment entering and leaving the yard, ensure efficient and safe processes are being followed, support customers in their inquiries, and ensure the strong Ziegler brand image in the yard and rental facility.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
3+ years experience required operating equipment or related duties
Personal Characteristics: attention to detail, dependable, self-starter, customer-focused, efficient, and team player
Ability to operate machinery and perform job duties safely required
Clean driving record
Ability to work independently with limited supervision
Knowledge of Ziegler’s rental equipment
This role is deemed safety-sensitive and will be subject to a drug test as a pre-employment requirement
Minimum Physical Requirements: Push/pull up to 50 lbs Lift/carry up to 60 lbs Lift bulky objects Standing, walking, using hands, talking, hearing, neck rotation, trunk rotation, stair climbing, ladder climbing, repetitive bending, kneeling, sustained squat, forward reaching, overhead reaching, supine overhead reaching, crawling, bin lift, high steps, fingering/grasping – able to use bolt box.

Responsibilities

Ships, receives, and operates equipment in the yard
Promptly greets and assists customers in the yard
Cleaning and prepping equipment for rental usage
Ensures proper documentation of incoming/outgoing equipment
Maintains a clean and orderly yard that creates an efficient rental operations process
Maintains grounds including snow removal
Monitors and maintains fuel and fluid levels for shops and on branch machinery
Parks equipment in designated areas, according to appearance and guidelines
Works collaboratively on a team
Provides assistance to other departments as requested
Completes responsibilities safely

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
15 days of PTO your first year, accrual starts day 1
9 paid holidays
401(k) plan with company contribution and match
HSA (Health Savings Account), Ziegler contributes up to $1000 tax-free each year
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, FSA & EAP
Paid Parental Leave & Funeral Leave
Fitness membership discount
Education Assistance
Safety Boot Reimbursement, PPE & Uniforms provided
Safe, clean and friendly work environment
Competitive pay
Health, dental/orthodontia, vision & life insurances
Paid time off (PTO) – 15 days to start
401(k) contributions & match
HSA, Ziegler contributes up to $1000 tax-free annually
STD & LTD Insurance, FSA & EAP
Ongoing training
Advancement opportunities