Shop Assistant - Waterloo, IA

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Location: Waterloo, IA
Type of Employment: Full Time

Service Assistant Job Function:

Supports the service department by preparing equipment for delivery/pickup, sale, or demonstration purposes. Transports equipment for delivery or pickup. Responsible for grounds maintenance.

Service Assistant Essential Duties:

  • Responsible for cleaning the inside and outside of all equipment in preparation for delivery/pickup, sale, or demonstration purposes.
  • Assists Service Specialists with setup of equipment and repairs.
  • Responsible for grounds maintenance including mowing, snow removal, snow shoveling, etc.
  • Picks up and delivers equipment, parts and supplies for customers and between store locations.
  • Maintains records of pick up and deliveries and obtains necessary signatures and receipts.
  • Maintains assigned trucks and related equipment in good repair.
  • Moves equipment on display as requested.
  • Cleans shop area and wash bay area.

Service Assistant Additional Responsibilities:

Other responsibilities as assigned.

  

Service Assistant Skills & Qualifications:

  • Must have valid driver license.
  • Must have driving record well enough for insurance purposes.
  • Knowledge of basic equipment maintenance preferred.
  • Basic ability to operate vehicles, tools and equipment used within the dealership.
  • Basic ability to assemble machinery components and to follow manufacturer’s pre-delivery instructions.
  • Ability to communicate, work and get along with well with others.
  • Ability to work independently and to get the job completed within the time allotted.
  • Ability to work varying shifts, weekends and holidays.

Service Assistant Education:

High School diploma or equivalent required.

  

Service Assistant Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to lift and/or transfer a maximum of 100 lbs. with frequent lifting and/or carrying of various items weighing up to 50 lbs.
  • Must be able to twist, turn, reach, push, pull, lift and bend.
  • Must have good eye, hand and foot coordination for operating equipment.
  • Must have good eye sight (20/20 or corrected to such).
  • Must have good hearing - well enough for safety purposes.

Service Assistant Working Conditions:

  • Must be able to adapt to climate changes - hot summers/cold winters, humidity changes, rain, snow, etc.
  • Environment conditions may be dusty, dirty, wet, etc.

Service Assistant Hazards:

  • Exhaust fumes from equipment in enclosed areas.
  • Noise level from equipment can be high.
  • Agricultural Chemicals will require the use of safety/protective equipment

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We look forward to hearing from you soon and thank you for your interest in joining the P&K team!