Yard / Utility Person - Temporary

DITCH WITCH WEST – NEWARK, CA

YARD / UTILITY PERSON - TEMPORARY:

Do you enjoy a variety of job duties? Are you mechanically inclined? Do you want the opportunity to grow in your career? Ditch Witch West, the premier capital equipment dealer in the West, is seeking a Yard/Utility Person to join their team in Newark, CA. While this position is entry-level, it has great upward mobility potential within the store!

At Pape’, we invest in your growth. From robust training programs to continuous support, we equip our team members with the tools to succeed. In return for your hard work, we offer competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and a strong work-life balance—all designed to support you and your family.

Make a difference. Grow your career. Join the Pape’ Team!

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As our Utility/Yard member, you will be in a fast-paced role that will ensure our shipping and receiving needs are met and our yard and equipment are organized, clean, and ready for our customers. Every day, you will perform equipment check-ins, steam clean, wash, and fuel equipment, perform light mechanical work, perform daily forklift inspections, and deliver and/or pick up parts and goods.

This is temporary position and will end at the employer’s discretion.

WHAT YOU NEED

• Self-starter drive who can work without direct supervision.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to frequently lift and move 50 lbs.
• Standard Counterbalance forklift experience.
• Driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Computer literacy (outlook, check emails, Teams messages).
• Assist the Parts, Service and Sales departments.

Compensation: $17.75-30.24/hr (Depending on Experience)

Why work for Pape’:

• Competitive pay based on your skills, training, and experience level.
• Outstanding benefits including – 401(k) & Roth 401(k) Retirement Plans with Company Match; Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts (Flex Plans); Life Insurance; Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Online and Instructor-Led Training; Tuition Reimbursement for Training Programs.
• Progressive Vacation Plans, Sick Leave & Paid Holidays – Members receive 80 hours of vacation (First year is prorated for new hires based on start date), 40 hours of Sick Leave, and 7 paid holidays each year. Pape’ vacation plans also have tiers based on your seniority, so as your seniority grows, your vacation time off does as well.
• Advancement – Pape’ is a dynamic, growth-oriented organization with a focus on promoting from within.  
• Stability and reputation — Pape’ is a family-owned, fourth-generation company with over 160 locations, over 4,000 members and 85 plus years of experience. Pape’ is known for their stability, honesty and integrity.
• Equipment – Pape’ has the largest equipment inventory in the West and an unparalleled parts inventory!
• Employee impact – Enjoy an open-door policy where your voice will be heard and your opinions will matter.
• Training – You will be provided with training and mentoring to prepare you for your role and continued learning to grow your skills.

The Pape’ Group maintains a drug-free workplace and as such, requires candidates to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test.

Licenses & Certifications

• Driver License

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