Yard Specialist

Ginop Sales is seeking a full-time Yard Specialist for our Williamsburg, MI branch. This position is responsible for supporting daily yard operations, equipment organization, inspections, assembly, and basic mechanical support activities. The ideal candidate will have experience operating heavy equipment, strong attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Primary Responsibilities
The primary responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

Complete equipment traffic paperwork accurately and timely
Photograph all equipment entering and leaving the facility
Perform visual inspections of equipment during check-in and check-out
Verify operator manuals, safety equipment, and machine documentation
Organize and maintain the yard to ensure safe and efficient operations
Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the facility exterior including mowing, weed whipping, and pulling weeds
Read and interpret blueprints, manuals, and assembly instructions
Check inventory and verify materials needed for assembly and installation projects
Use hand tools, power tools, and equipment to assemble products and equipment components
Assist shop technicians with mechanical work, including inspections, pre-delivery inspections (PDIs), installation of parts, and equipment preparation
Conduct inspections during and after assembly to ensure quality and accuracy
Possibility of making light deliveries
Perform quality assurance checks on completed products and equipment
Safely operate heavy equipment as required
Incorporate Alta's Guiding Principles into daily activities
Perform other duties as assigned
Maintain consistent, regular, and reliable attendance, including being ready for work at the designated start time
Must be willing to work Saturdays on a rotational basis

Desired Skills & Qualifications

Strong customer service and relationship-building skills
Knowledge of construction and heavy equipment
Experience operating heavy equipment is required
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, assembly instructions, and technical manuals
Experience using hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment
Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to assist with equipment maintenance and assembly
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a professional and positive attitude
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and basic computer applications
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Language Skills - Intermediate: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
Mathematical Skills - Basic: Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
Reasoning Ability - Basic: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

Physical/Sensory Functions: Regularly will use sit, use hands, talk/hear; Frequently will reach with hands; Occasionally will stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, taste/smell.
Lift and/or Move Functions: Regularly will lift up to 10 pounds; Frequently will lift up to 25 pounds; Occasionally will lift up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment: Regularly will work near moving mechanical parts, exposed to fumes or airborne particles.