Yard Coordinator - Truck Shop

Hawthorne Machinery Co.
Rancho Bernardo, CA
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Best suited to individuals with strong organizational skills and customer interaction experience working in the construction and industrial equipment domain.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with prior experience in equipment handling and customer service in industrial or construction settings
    — “Assists customers with needs such as unloading and unhitching equipment.”
  • Individuals who are comfortable with manual labor and can manage multiple tasks efficiently
    — “Ability to multi-task.”

Things to consider

  • Must obtain forklift and scissor lift certifications within a short timeframe after hiring
    — “Must be able to be Forklift and Scissor Lift Certified within 30 days of employment.”
  • The role involves frequent physical activity and lifting up to 50lbs regularly
    — “Lifting: Raises or lowers parts weighing up to 50lbs. Frequent exertion.”
  • The position involves driving company vehicles across Southern California, requiring a clean driving record
    — “Must have a valid California Class 'C' Driver's License with a clean driving record.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with equipment handling and logistics in your resume and interviews
    — “Assist the sales department and service department, with loading/ off-loading of equipment.”
  • Emphasize your ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain a clean workspace
    — “Keeps yard neat, clean, and organized. First line of communication on all yard traffic policies and adherence to speed limits.”
  • Showcase computer proficiency and ability to use mobile apps for documentation and communication
    — “Able to demonstrate high proficiency in computer/phone applications.”
  • Include any prior experience with waste disposal and equipment maintenance in your application
    — “Contributes to team effort by disposing of shop waste, oil, coolant, filters and trash.”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • ensure yard cleanliness
  • assist with equipment loading/unloading
Typical background
warehouse managementconstruction equipment handling

Skills & requirements

Required

Equipment HandlingCustomer ServiceCommunicationCleaning

Preferred

Forklift CertificationScissor Lift Certification

Stack & domain

Forklift CertificationScissor Lift CertificationComputer ApplicationsCommunicationCustomer ServiceTeamworkMulti-taskingConstruction MachineryPower Generation Equipment

About the role

Original posting from Hawthorne Machinery Co. via Greenhouse

We Build Better Communities

Be Part of the Hawthorne Difference!

 Hawthorne Cat is a family-owned company that has led its markets for over 60 years in the sale, rental, and servicing of construction machinery and power generation equipment for industries on which our communities depend like agriculture, construction, marine, and government.

Every member of our team plays a significant role in our success.  Hawthorne Cat hires individuals who share our vision of Building Better Communities with our Customers and our values of Passion, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence (PRIDE).

If you are looking to build your future with an established, thriving company with countless opportunities for growth and advancement, you’ve come to the right place!  At Hawthorne Cat, we’re always looking for exceptionally skilled, hardworking individuals interested in contributing to our success and the success of the communities that we serve.

Our people are our most valuable asset. That’s why at Hawthorne Cat we are committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance.

POSITION SUMMARY:   

By the guidance of the Truck Shop Manager, this position exists to ensure the Truck Shop and campus are organized, clean, and free of trash/ debris to improve productivity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Assist the sales department and service department, with loading/ off-loading of equipment.

Assists customers with needs such as unloading and unhitching equipment.

Responsible for communicating status of loading and off-loading equipment.

Clean various parts and equipment, utilizing the wash rack, steam rack, or various other chemicals.

Keeps yard neat, clean, and organized. First line of communication on all yard traffic policies and adherence to speed limits.

Maintain, clean and report any issues with Truck Shop equipment and tooling.

Contributes to team effort by disposing of shop waste, oil, coolant, filters and trash.

Deliver and pick-up parts and/or tooling to customers and technicians throughout Southern California, utilizing a company vehicle.

Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

Must have High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.

Must have a valid California Class "C" Driver's License with a clean driving record.

Must be able to be Forklift and Scissor Lift Certified within 30 days of employment.

Able to demonstrate high proficiency in computer/phone applications.

Must have a mobile phone that can upload appliable apps and ability to take pictures.

Excellent communication ability and high level of customer relation skills.

Basic hand tools are preferred.

Bilingual preferred.

Ability to multi-task.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Walking: Moves about on foot often up and down stairs.

Handling: Works with hands.

Lifting: Raises or lowers parts weighing up to 50lbs. Frequent exertion.

Reaching: Extends hands and arms in any direction.

Stooping: Bends body downward and forward by bending at knees or waist.

Standing: Remains in standing position, if required to perform various functions of the job.

Vision: Reads paperwork and records on the computer.

Talking: Communicates via telecommunications and in person.

Sitting: Sits at desk for minimal amount of time.

Climbing: Climbs on and off equipment.

ENVIRONMENTAL:          

Noise: Works in conditions with constant or intermittent noise.

Temp/Weather: Works in both inside and outside all weather environments.

Here’s what we Offer…

Competitive Compensation

A great work environment and culture

Career growth and advancement opportunities

Training

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Medical Video Appointments available

Health Savings Account available

Paid Time Off (PTO) Pay

401(k) Plan + Company Matching

Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Life & Accident Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Legal Plan

Travel Assistance Plan

Wellness Programs

Referral Bonus Program

Longevity Bonus Program

Recognition Programs and much more

Hawthorne CAT discounts

Boot Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Company-Supplied Uniforms

Advanced Technical Training

Estimated Compensation $21.00 - $24.00 per hour

Interested in joining the Hawthorne team? Check out our current available positions at:

www.hawthornecat.com/careers

ACCOMMODATIONS: Reasonable accommodations for essential functions of the position will be considered.

Hawthorne Cat® is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/V/D

Hawthorne Cat® Participates in E-Verify.

Source: Hawthorne Machinery Co. careers (Greenhouse)

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