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Yard Coordinator

Diesel Machinery Inc

Sioux Falls, SD

Posted/Updated: Today

Job Description

Diesel Machinery, Inc. (DMI) is a full-service heavy equipment distributor representing industry leading brands such as Komatsu, JCB, Takeuchi, Bomag, Dynapac and Grove. We proudly serve markets in South Dakota, Southwest Minnesota, Northwest Iowa, and counties in Northern Nebraska and Wyoming. The strength of our company emanates from our employees. It is truly our people that make the difference. We are seeking candidates for the position of Yard Coordinator to join our team in Sioux Falls, SD. This is your chance to work for a well-established heavy equipment organization in the area. DMI will help you gain valuable experience and expand your skill set. DMI provides ample training that includes both factory and online training. We want to help you reach your career goals. Your hard work will be recognized by an employer that offers growth potential.

YARD COORDINATOR

REPORTS TO: Service Manager/Sales coordinator

DEPARTMENT: Service Department

EXEMPTION STATUS: Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY

BASIC FUNCTION: Performs yard coordination, shipping and receiving, and demonstrations at DMI shop or at customer’s job site in a SAFE, efficient and capable manner.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Perform tasks as they may be assigned by the Sales, Parts or Service managers.
  • Keep abreast of all changes in various models of equipment sold and serviced by DMI. Assist with the demonstration of said equipment when asked.
  • Bring to the attention of the Sales and Service manager any service work required on a piece of equipment.
  • Maintains all paperwork associated with the shipping and receiving of equipment.
  • Maintains the equipment yard to create an appealing place to do business.
  • Notifies Service manager of any vehicles or equipment that is not in serviceable condition or constitutes a safety hazard.
  • Maintains a clean and organized workspace.
  • Assists in the loading and unloading of equipment. May also be asked to transport said equipment.
  • Conducts themselves in the presence of customers in a manner which will retain a good opinion of DMI and the service department.
  • Takes advantage of all opportunities to attend schools and training sessions in order to upgrade technical competence.
  • Keeps abreast of and follows all company/shop policies and procedures.
  • Assists with the cleaning and servicing of all equipment as asked.
  • Performs other duties as prescribed by the shop foreman from time to time.

DISTRIBUTOR RELATIONSHIPS:

  • Cooperates with other DMI personnel.

  • Advises superiors of all changes within his responsibility which can affect DMI success.

  • Accountable to service manager/shop foreman for proper interpretation and fulfillment of responsibilities.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or GED required. Post-secondary degree in Diesel Technology or Heavy Equipment Operator OR two years’ experience in related field preferred. A valid United States driver’s license with a clean driving record is required.

METHOD OF MEASUREMENT:

  • The satisfaction of customers with service performed.

  • Performance of the responsibilities as set forth in this job description.

  • The quality of performance, efficiency and safety.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • The worker is subject to both environmental conditions: Activities occur inside and outside.

  • The worker is subject to noise: There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout to be heard above the ambient noise level.

  • The worker is subject to vibration: Exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body.

  • The worker is subject to hazards: Including a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.

  • The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.

  • The worker is subject to oils: There is air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids.

EQUIPMENT USED:

Various hand tool, air tools, cutting tools. hydraulic tools, and safety equipment, pressure gauges, battery chargers, pressure washers, steam cleaners, anti-freeze testers, clamps, chains, hoists and cable wrenches, grinders, loaders, crawlers, cranes, trucks, forklifts, vacuum cleaner.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:

(These are activities which have been used in the past performance of this position and are anticipated as being necessary for this position.)

Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, driving, repetitive motions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Very heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Visual acuity: This is a minimum standard for use with those whose work deals with machines. where the seeing job is at or within arm’s reach. This position also involves visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, operation and inspection of machines. Mobile equipment operation also applies to this position - operation of cars, trucks, forklifts, cranes, and other construction equipment.

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