Lanco Group of Companies

Yardman

Lanco Group of Companies  •  $46k - $56k/yr  •  Hazel Crest, IL / Monee, IL (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

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.

Essential Functions:

  • 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.).
  • Will 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 Required:

  • 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:

High School Diploma or GED

3-5 years experience with operating heavy equipment with the ability to read/ interpret parts/ service manuals.

Compensation/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.

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.

Lanco Group of Companies

About Lanco Group of Companies

In 1954, from his home in a south suburb of Chicago, John Lanigan envisioned a better way. Since 1954, the result is a multinational corporation providing machinery and solutions for the transportation and material handling industries worldwide.

At Lanco, we are a diverse group of companies specializing in many disciplines: from heavy equipment manufacturing to sales and service; from facility operations to event promotions; from integrated technologies to equipment distribution. By focusing on product quality, service, and communication at every level, we consistently set the standard for performance and customer satisfaction.

Each of our companies has a strong local presence, yet can quickly leverage the global resources of Lanco. This integrated approach provides the broad based expertise that produces the kind of results our customers demand.

The Lanco Group of Companies has always been at the forefront of finding new ways to build added value for our customers. No matter which of the Lanco companies you are dealing with, we are all driven by one simple directive: to do what’s right for our customers. Our mission is to provide industry leading products and services to every one of our customers.

Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Homewood, Illinois
Year Founded
2001
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