JOB TITLE: Yard Labourer
JOB TYPE: Full-time Permanent
BRANCH: Grande Prairie AB
REPORTING TO: Branch Sales Manager
RME (Rocky Mountain Equipment) is a powerful network of agriculture, construction, rental, and recreational markets. As one of Canada’s largest equipment dealers, RME delivers solutions that maximize uptime, productivity, and profitability through expert service, innovative tools, and a customer-centric approach. As Western Canada’s trusted equipment and business partner, RME stands Right by You™, fulfilling our commitment to deliver product and support services for the hardworking families in Western Canada who build our communities and feed the world.
The Yard Labourer is primary assistant to sales and service department functions of the branch. In addition to general maintenance and co-ordination of the yard inventory the Yard Labourer will provide general assistance and support to other departments within the Branch, including transfer/relocation of equipment and loading/unloading of machines. The Yard Labourer is expected to work as part of the larger RME team as a caring and dependable partner.
Job Duties and Responsibilities Include:
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Safely Load and unload equipment for customers and branch
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Support shipping receiving for loading and unloading
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Maintain yard, equipment and all inventory, including prepare equipment for delivery, detailing, washing, greasing, equipment inspections and monitoring
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Responsible for Yard Inventory (inventory counts)
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Lock and unlock gates
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Ensure all appropriate documentation is completed and pictures taken when loading and unloading equipment
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Booking and organizing trucking for equipment
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Move equipment and attachments between storage yard and branch location
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Supporting sales staff in delivery of light equipment
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Main customer contact in yard
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Inspect and report concerns/issues relating to yard/facility maintenance and general upkeep, and handle as directed
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Manage the logistics of equipment and attachments for service department
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General branch support from all departments
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Ensure the health, safety, cleanliness, and security of the work environment is maintained at the highest level
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Communicate with other departments, staff groups and customers
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Employee must adhere to all Occupational Health and Safety Standards as the company is committed to the protection and wellness of its employees
Job Requirements and Qualifications Include:
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Knowledge of aspects of agriculture whole goods, industrial equipment, and materials handling.
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Forklift training
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Operate all equipment
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Safely loading and unloading
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Strong communication skills
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Computer/email/phone skills
Working Conditions:
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Regular outdoor work
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Working around hazardous equipment
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Lifting 50 kg
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Climbing up onto equipment
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Climbing ladders
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Roof top building maintenance
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Chemicals handling for cleaning
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Snow removal
We offer a comprehensive benefits package with flexible plans to suit your needs, along with a Group Retirement Plan. We are committed to empowering and investing in our employees to build and maintain relationships with the communities and businesses we serve, which is why we offer competitive wages across all positions and family health days—paid personal days for all employees each year.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be notified.
