Yard + Maintenance

JAMES RIVER EQUIPMENT GROUP•Greensboro, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Yardman plays a vital role in maintaining the organization, safety, and efficiency of the dealership’s equipment yard. This position is responsible for loading and unloading equipment, maintaining accurate inventory records, ensuring proper equipment setup before delivery, and keeping the yard clean and presentable. The Yardman supports the sales, service, and parts departments by ensuring equipment is handled safely, stored properly, and ready for customer delivery or display.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Basic mechanical knowledge and equipment handling experience preferred
Strong verbal communication and coordination skills
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in physically demanding environments
Ability to work varying shifts, weekends, and holidays as required by seasonal demand

Nice To Haves

Forklift certification preferred; must be able to obtain certification

Responsibilities

Load and unload equipment safely and efficiently
Maintain a check-in/check-out log with serial and tag numbers for accurate inventory tracking
Ensure equipment is stored in the correct location and parked neatly on the lot
Perform daily inspections of the forklift and maintain inspection logs
Conduct daily fluid level checks on equipment before it leaves the yard
Ensure equipment leaves with proper attachments, manuals, and documentation
Designate and manage areas for machines with leaks to maintain environmental safety
Communicate equipment issues or yard concerns to sales and service teams
Ensure customers and contractors properly load and secure equipment
Coordinate with internal departments to support equipment readiness and delivery
Periodically inspect the yard and exterior of the building for safety or repair needs
Follow all safety procedures and use appropriate PPE
Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free yard environment