Yard Service Technician – Equipment Setup & Inspection
About The Position
Get Hands-On. Work with Equipment. Build Your Career. At Milton CAT, Yard Service Technicians play a key role in ensuring machines are fully prepared, configured, and ready for customer use—while supporting day-to-day yard operations. This is a hands-on role where you’ll apply your mechanical skills while building experience that supports long-term growth within our service team. Where You’ll Make an Impact: Support Equipment Set-Up & Inspection: Assist with configuring, preparing, and checking equipment prior to delivery. Perform basic mechanical adjustments and inspections. Help ensure machines meet quality and readiness standards. Work Hands-On with Heavy Equipment: Gain experience with excavators, dozers, loaders, and attachments. Apply mechanical skills in a real-world service environment. Build familiarity across a wide range of equipment. Support Yard & Equipment Operations: Move, stage, and organize equipment within the yard. Contribute to efficient equipment flow and readiness. Support both service and customer needs. A Role with Variety: Balance yard operations with light mechanical work. Stay active throughout the day. Work across multiple tasks and responsibilities. Build Toward a Technician Career: Strengthen mechanical and equipment knowledge. Gain experience relevant to shop and field technician roles. Learn within a structured, team-focused service environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Mechanical aptitude with experience around heavy equipment preferred
- Experience operating or moving equipment (preferred)
- Ability to operate forklifts or similar equipment (preferred)
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs
- Valid driver’s license with a clean record
- Basic computer skills
Responsibilities
- Load and unload heavy equipment and attachments
- Fuel, jumpstart, and prepare machines for delivery
- Perform basic maintenance, setup, and inspection checks
- Install and adjust attachments in the prep/shop area
- Coordinate equipment staging, movement, and inventory
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized yard
- Process equipment documentation and tracking
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off + paid holidays
- 401(k) with competitive retirement options
- Life & disability insurance
- Hands-on training and skill development
- Tuition reimbursement (after 1 year)
- Clear path into service technician roles
- Tool & boot allowance
- Employee referral bonuses
- Safety and wellness programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
