About this position
About Vermeer Southeast
Vermeer Southeast Sales & Service, Inc, founded in 1967 is a heavy equipment sales and services dealer with locations in Florida, Georgia, and Alabama. In 2018 VSE became a 100% employee-owned company.
About the role
The Yard Support Technician is responsible for supporting the Service Department through yard organization, equipment movement, and shop assistance. This is a hands-on, physically active position that works primarily outdoors and involves frequent forklift operation and movement of heavy equipment.
What you'll do
Yard Operations & Equipment Handling
- Operate a forklift approximately 50% of the workday to move, stage, and organize equipment.
- Consistently move, reposition, and reorganize heavy equipment within the yard and service areas.
- Unload incoming equipment and materials and transport to appropriate areas.
- Maintain organization and proper staging of equipment for service and delivery.
- Keep service bays, driveways, and yard areas clear and accessible at all times.
- Clean equipment and vehicles as needed.
- Maintain clean, orderly, and secure grounds, yard, shop, and customer parking areas.
- Follow all department safety practices and equipment handling procedures.
Shop & Service Department Support
- Assist with equipment pre-delivery preparation and basic service tasks.
- Support service technicians with equipment setup and movement.
- Assist shipping and receiving as needed.
- Perform general labor tasks in support of service operations.
Work Environment
- Spend approximately 75% of the workday working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Regularly lift, move, push, and maneuver heavy equipment and materials.
- Perform physically demanding tasks throughout the shift.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
- Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
- Previous Industry experience desired.
- Forklift driving experience.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to understand, read and follow verbal and written instructions.
- Must be able to multi-task and be detailed orientated with demonstrated follow through and organizational skills.
- Must have a valid Driver’s License.
- Knowledge of machines and equipment.
- Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to equipment
Benefits offered
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - Certified Employee-Owned
- Paid Training
- Health insurance
- Dental and Vision plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Company Paid Telehealth Program - MediOrbis
- 401K Retirement Plan
- Paid Holidays & Vacation
- Others
We are a Drug Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer