Yard Associate
Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc.
McAlester, OK0–2 yrs37m agovia LinkedIn
About the Role
The Yard Associate is responsible for moving equipment in and out of the yard, the orderly placement of equipment, and the safe loading and unloading of equipment, as well as washing and detailing equipment using power wash bay equipment.
Key Responsibilities
- Communicates and supports the Kirby Smith vision and core values of One Mission, One Team, One Plan, One Goal
- Loads and unloads equipment safely
- Prepares shipping documents promptly and accurately
- Organizes and maintains machine keys
- Maintains the status of equipment in the yard
- Maintains an orderly organization of equipment and attachments
- Washes, cleans, and makes equipment ready by using the wash bay
- Ensures consistent and reliable on-site attendance
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Requirements & Tech Stack
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Six (6) months of experience in a related position
- Ability to speak, read, and write in English
- Valid Driver’s License
- Knowledge and ability to operate heavy construction equipment (experience preferred)
- Basic mechanical knowledge related to heavy industrial construction equipment
Physical Requirements
- Pushing/Pulling/Lifting/Carrying up to 50 pounds without assistance
- Physical ability to squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop, climb, and reach overhead
- Must be able to work in extreme heat, cold, wet, damp, dusty, or windy conditions and tolerate exposure to typical noises, hazardous materials, and fumes/odors
- Physical ability to climb on and climb off heavy equipment
- Adheres to personal protective equipment (PPE) policy and maintains individual PPE to ensure functionality
This position is considered a safety-sensitive position.