Yard Operator

Ziegler Cat has an opening for a full-time Yard Operator. We are looking for an employee to oversee the equipment entering and leaving the yard, ensure efficient and safe processes are being followed, support customers in their inquiries, and ensure the strong Ziegler brand image in the yard and rental facility.

Responsibilities:

• Ships, receives, and operates equipment in the yard
• Promptly greets and assists customers in the yard
• Cleaning and prepping equipment for rental usage
• Ensures proper documentation of incoming/outgoing equipment
• Maintains a clean and orderly yard that creates an efficient rental operations process
• Maintains grounds including snow removal
• Monitors and maintains fuel and fluid levels for shops and on branch machinery
• Parks equipment in designated areas, according to appearance and guidelines
• Works collaboratively on a team
• Provides assistance to other departments as requested
• Completes responsibilities safely

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 3+ years experience required operating equipment or related duties
• Personal Characteristics: attention to detail, dependable, self-starter, customer-focused, efficient, and team player
• Ability to operate machinery and perform job duties safely required
• Clean driving record
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Knowledge of Ziegler’s rental equipment
• This role is deemed safety-sensitive and will be subject to a drug test as a pre-employment requirement

Minimum Physical Requirements:

• Push/pull up to 50 lbs
• Lift/carry up to 60 lbs
• Lift bulky objects
• Standing, walking, using hands, talking, hearing, neck rotation, trunk rotation, stair climbing, ladder climbing, repetitive bending, kneeling, sustained squat, forward reaching, overhead reaching, supine overhead reaching, crawling, bin lift, high steps, fingering/grasping – able to use bolt box.
• Working Conditions may be indoor and/or outdoor. Noise level may be loud at times.

SEE YOURSELF AT ZIEGLER

Founded in 1914, Ziegler is a third-generation, family-owned CAT dealer with over 2400 employees across 30+ locations in Minnesota, Iowa and northern Missouri. Since day one Ziegler has had the same philosophy- if the customer is successful- then Ziegler will be successful. That is why Ziegler is committed to providing employees with the best possible work environment and the right tools for career development. This means great benefits, work/life balance, and ongoing professional development and training. Fulfill your calling by starting a career with Ziegler today!

The pay range for this position is $24.00 to $32.00

Starting wage is dependent on skills, experience, education and location. Pay range may vary by 10% depending upon the applicant’s location. Along with competitive pay, full time positions are benefits eligible which includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

• 15 days of PTO your first year, accrual starts day 1

• 9 paid holidays

• 401(k) plan with company contribution and match

• HSA (Health Savings Account), Ziegler contributes up to $1000 tax-free each year

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, FSA & EAP

• Paid Parental Leave & Funeral Leave

• Fitness membership discount

• Education Assistance

• Safety Boot Reimbursement, PPE & Uniforms provided

• Safe, clean and friendly work environment

At Ziegler Inc. we’re committed to equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.