Yard Supervisor
Listed on 2026-01-02
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Manufacturing / Production
Material Handler, General Labor
Description
The Yard Supervisor is a critical role responsible for the efficient and safe management of our material yard and facilities, including inventory control, overall yard organization, and the operation of heavy equipment. This position ensures the smooth flow of materials and resources, supporting our field team's needs. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a keen eye for detail, and extensive experience operating excavators and loaders.
Key Responsibilities Yard Organization and Management- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe yard environment.
- Develop and implement efficient storage and retrieval systems for materials and equipment.
- Optimize yard layout for efficient material flow and equipment movement.
- Ensure proper signage and labeling of materials and storage areas.
- Manage and maintain accurate inventory of all materials.
- Conduct regular inventory checks and reconcile discrepancies.
- Implement and utilize inventory management systems.
- Forecast material needs and coordinate with purchasing to ensure timely replenishment.
- Minimize material waste and loss.
- Manage and maintain the company's material pit and palletized storage area.
- Ensure proper processing of materials.
- Monitor material quality and consistency.
- Maintain accurate records of material processed.
- Operate excavators, loaders, and other heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
- Perform routine maintenance and inspections on yard equipment.
- Report equipment malfunctions and coordinate repairs.
- Ensure proper storage and security of equipment.
- Supervise and direct yard staff, providing guidance and training.
- Schedule and assign tasks to yard personnel.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Foster a positive and productive work environment.
- Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.
- Conduct regular safety inspections and audits.
- Implement and enforce safety procedures for yard operations.
- Maintain a safe work environment for all personnel.
- Coordinate material deliveries and pickups.
- Assist with loading and unloading materials.
- Communicate effectively with landscape crews and other departments.
- Assist in loading and unloading materials, ensuring proper storage and organization.
- Move and organize materials within the yard using forklifts, skid steers, and other equipment.
- Maintain a clean and organized yard environment, including sweeping, cleaning, and general upkeep.
- Assist in labeling and organizing material storage areas.
- Assist in conducting inventory checks and reconciling discrepancies.
- Help maintain accurate inventory records.
- Assist in receiving and verifying material deliveries.
- Assist in performing routine maintenance and inspections of equipment used by the yard and facilities team.
- Clean and maintain equipment, ensuring it is in good working order.
- Report equipment malfunctions in the company software.
- Assist in the material pit with basic tasks.
- Help to maintain the cleanliness and organization of the pit area.
- Assist with general yard tasks as assigned by the Yard Manager.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Assist in maintaining a safe work environment.
- Assist in loading trucks for jobs.
- Help contractors pick up materials.
- Assist with snow removal duties (shoveling, plowing, salt/sand application) during the winter months as necessary.
Skills and Qualifications
- Strong work ethic and a positive attitude.
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
- Basic mechanical aptitude is a plus.
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Ability to operate forklifts, loaders, and excavators.
- Previous experience in a yard or warehouse environment.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation, with a clean driving record.
- Strong commitment to safety.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs or more, stand for extended periods, and perform repetitive tasks.
- Comfortable working outdoors in various conditions, including heat, cold, and rain.
- Monday-Friday, 6:30 AM - 4:30 PM and weekends as needed.
As a team member, you play a vital role in upholding our company values. Your commitment to continuous growth and resilience ensures we tackle challenges with grit and determination. By acting with integrity, you help us consistently choose the right path, even when it’s the hardest. Your collaboration strengthens our team, lifting others up, and driving us to achieve more together.
Attention to detail in your work builds the foundation for excellence, one step at a time. Above all, you contribute to fostering relationships, building trust, respect, and lasting connections that define who we are.
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