YARD PORTER

VERMEER GREAT PLAINS INC•Tulsa, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Yard Porter provides a safe, clean work environment for service technicians and customers dropping off or picking up equipment. The role supports the service and sales teams by handling equipment, maintaining the yard and wash bays, monitoring fuel storage, and helping with parts runs. The position is based in Catoosa, Oklahoma, is full-time, and works the day shift. The job is non-exempt. Duties may change as business needs evolve.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and one year of experience in the same or a similar role and/or industry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Equipment operator experience.
Valid, unrestricted driver's license and ability to maintain it throughout employment.
Background check, pre-employment drug testing, and a clean driving record are required.
Ability to operate industrial equipment, including forklifts and overhead hoists.
Strong PC proficiency with MS Windows and MS Office Suite.
Mechanical and technical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
Good working knowledge of equipment operations and mechanical functions.
Demonstrated safe work habits and a proactive approach to the company's mission, vision, and values.
Strong customer service skills for internal and external customers; ability to adapt to customers, suppliers, coworkers, and manufacturer employees.
Professional, ethical, and reliable conduct.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle, feel, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, and hear for 100% of the time.
Ability to regularly work in extreme weather, including wet or humid conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat.
Ability to regularly withstand moderate to high noise levels.
Ability to work overtime and/or weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

Safely load and unload equipment.
Perform daily inspections of forklifts and shop equipment.
Clean, wash, grease, and organize equipment.
Clean wash bays.
Mow and maintain the yard as needed.
Refuel equipment and operate a forklift.
Assist Sales with machine traffic solutions and loading.
Perform and report bi-weekly yard inventories.
Monitor the capacity and safety of outside fuel containment and storage.
Help maintain the cleanliness, neatness, and safety of the building and yard.
Winterize equipment seasonally.
Run for or pick up parts as needed.
Continue education through factory and company service schools, individual development plans, and similar opportunities.
Follow safety rules and regulations and comply with company policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.