SoCal JCB Yard Specialist

Company ProfileSoCal JCB is a highly successful fast-growing business. We pride ourselves in customer service. We invest in our workforce and offer a highly competitive compensation and benefit program. SoCal JCB is an authorized dealer for JCB construction equipment including skid steer loaders backhoe loaders wheel loaders excavators and PurposeThe Yard Specialist plays a critical role in the daily flow organization safety and presentation of the equipment yard. This position is responsible for managing incoming and outgoing machinery (customer repairs sales inventory) performing thorough check-ins/check-outs maintaining yard cleanliness supporting field service technicians and staging equipment for transport and customer TypeFull time Non-exemptLocationSoCal JCB Colton CABenefits and Other CompensationJCB offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental and vision insurance; 401 (k) retirement plan; paid time off and paid ProcessApplications will be accepted through Careers JCB Careers JCB Jobs JCB or via LinkedIn. The anticipated application window will close on October 30 Tasks Responsibilities & Key AccountabilitiesEquipment Logistics & Check-In / Check-OutInspection & Documentation: Inspect all incoming and outgoing equipment for damage fluid levels fuel status cleanliness and hour meter readings. Complete formal digital or paper check-in/check-out & Unloading: Safely assist transport drivers and customers with loading unloading and securing machinery on trailers and Organization: Position equipment strategically in designated yard areas to maximize operational efficiency visual appeal and ease of transport or customer Maintenance & Wash Bay OperationsWashing & Detailing: Pressure-wash clean and detail machinery returning from rental jobs or field repairs before moving them to active sales or rental Service Support: Monitor fluid levels (engine oil hydraulic fluid coolant DEF) grease grease-points check tire pressure/track tension and top off fluids as & Routing: Clearly tag equipment requiring maintenance or repair and move units to designated service staging areas; communicate repair needs promptly to the shop manager or service Safety Staging & Facility SupportFacility Maintenance: Maintain a clean organized and hazard-free yard and wash bay. Perform routine trash removal wash bay pit cleaning and shop & Compliance: Strictly follow company safety protocols wear required PPE (steel-toe boots hi-vis vests eye/hearing protection) and report any unsafe yard conditions or equipment damage Support: Assist shop and field service technicians with moving heavy components organizing staging areas and fetching tools or attachments when duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications1 years of experience working in a heavy equipment yard construction agricultural machinery dealership logistics or related industrial experience operating heavy machinery (skid steers forklifts excavators loaders) in tight spaces pass any drug screens background checks and any pre-employment tests which will be conducted in accordance with applicable QualificationsStrong attention to detail when performing equipment damage inspections and safety communication skills with transport drivers service managers and shop digital literacy (tablet or handheld device experience for inventory tag systems and inspection apps).Physical Requirements Heavy Equipment Yard SpecialistWorking in a machinery yard is a physically demanding role that involves heavy lifting constant outdoor exposure and operating high-capacity & Material HandlingHeavy Lifting: Ability to routinely lift push pull or carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs (e.g. heavy buckets hydraulic hoses buckets of grease attachment couplers and track pins).Tool & Attachment Usage: Physical capacity to manually position torque and align heavy metal attachments pin-on buckets and trailer ramps using sledgehammers pry bars and impact & Machine Loading: Securing equipment on transport trailers requires pulling heavy steel tie-down chains ratcheting binders and handling heavy-duty & Physical DexterityClambering & Climbing: Frequently mounting and dismounting large machinery (excavators wheel loaders dozers) multiple times per day using 3-point contact requiring strong grip strength balance and leg & Kneeling: Stooping bending crawling under machinery and kneeling on concrete or dirt surfaces to inspect undercarriages check fluid drain plugs verify track tension and perform grease-point & Confined Work: Reaching overhead and working in tight engine compartments or under cab structures during cleaning and preliminary safety & Environmental ResilienceOutdoor Exposure: Ability to work on your feet outdoors for 8 to 10 hours per day in all weather extremes (heat sun wind rain and mud).Vibration & Machinery Operation: Capacity to handle continuous whole-body vibration when maneuvering heavy machinery across rough unpaved yard & Dust Tolerance: Endurance to operate in high-noise high-dust environments near heavy diesel engine operation pressure washers and shop machinery (with required PPE).Vision & Sensory CapabilitiesDepth Perception & Visual Acuity: Precise spatial awareness to safely maneuver large equipment within tight yard spaces align attachments with pin holes and guide transport trucks without striking structures or other Awareness: High situational awareness to detect warning alarms back-up beepers horn signals and radio communications in a busy industrial Opportunity EmployerJCB is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability statute or any other characteristic protected under federal state and local laws. EEO EMPLOYER/VET/ Accommodation StatementJCB complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment please contact the JCB Human Resources team at Inc. is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however as a global company JCB offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our website at This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.