Yardman

About the role

The Yardman is responsible for the safe operation and handling of heavy-duty industrial equipment in the yard, including rubber-tired gantry cranes (RTGs) and heavy-capacity forklifts.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate cranes and other yard equipment to properly load and unload trucks and move equipment as necessary.
• Safely rigging material with finished products.
• Maintain a clean and organized yard.
• Return equipment to the proper yard location (i.e. maintenance, damaged, rental ready, etc.).
• Successfully complete and understand all required safety trainings.
• Performs daily inspection and maintenance on yard equipment and tools.
• Special projects or work as assigned.

Competencies

• Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations.
• Planning/Organizing: Prioritizes tasks effectively to meet project deadlines; manages workload efficiently, minimizing downtime; works with a sense of urgency while maintaining accuracy and quality.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy in design, assembly, and inspections; identifies potential defects or malfunctions before they become issues.
• Effective Communication: Delivers clear, accurate information across oral, written, and digital platforms, including email to ensure comprehension; maintains professionalism, produces error-free written materials, and actively listens to foster positive and productive interactions.
• ERP/MRP Systems (Epicor): Understand ERP/MRP system principles and best practices; specifically Epicor; able to navigate and utilize software effectively.
• Operational Knowledge: Knowledge and understanding of applicable operating, documentation procedures, and material flow.
• Technical Expertise: Demonstrates knowledge of heavy equipment, crane operations, and mechanical systems; understands industry regulations, safety standards, and best practices; troubleshoots and maintains heavy equipment and crane systems.
• Forklift Operation: Able to operate forklift if required.
• Basic Math: Basic math knowledge (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of fractions).

Required Education & Experience

• A High School Diploma or GED.
• 3-5 years experience with operating heavy equipment with the ability to read/interpret parts/service manuals.

Pay & Benefits

• We foster a collaborative team environment that values innovation and encourages creative solutions to drive positive organizational impact. Our employees are the key to our success and help us stand out from our competitors.

• The hourly pay range for this role is $22.50 to $28.00. The final compensation offer may vary based on factors such as experience, education, skills, and location.

• We offer competitive pay, paid time off, and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lanco is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employment-related decisions, including but not limited to hiring, compensation, promotion, discipline (including termination), evaluation, training, and development opportunities, etc., are made without discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender-related identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, military status, protected disability, citizenship, genetic information or any other category protected by applicable law.