It’s your time, make it matter.

At Peterson, we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 85 years, our peoples’ work has shaped the communities where we live, where we raise our families, and where we thrive. Peterson’s legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back-up power at hospitals, fire-fighting, concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look. At Peterson, you don’t just have a career, you have a purpose.

Our family-oriented environment is built on safety, winning, growth, and professional achievement. Hiring and developing exceptional people is critical to our continued success. We have high standards for a good reason: our people represent Peterson, our family, our brand, and our values.

You have high expectations too. You are exceptionally motivated, have outstanding skills, and want your work to matter.  Peterson offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and promotional opportunities at a family-owned and operated business. It’s time to use your skills and passion to do work that matters!

Job Description

Peterson Cat has a need for a Utility Worker at our Eugene, OR location.

SUMMARY

The is responsible to clean machines, organize equipment and components in yard, and perform light maintenance to machines and components used in heavy equipment industry.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign the functions to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Job functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Clean machines and components as needed to prepare equipment for delivery.
• Operate heavy equipment to and from Service Departments and display areas.
• Organize Store Front and parking lots with equipment and ensure the cleanliness of each area.
• Load / Unload heavy equipment and attachments from trucks.
• Maintain records and or bill of ladings.
• Complete service reports, timecards, and other related paperwork.
• Safely operate lift trucks, overhead cranes, hoists, power tools and other shop equipment in a safe manner.
• Organize work tools for sales department.
• Keep yard and work areas clean and organized throughout day to ensure safe work environment.
• Attend scheduled training classes and profit center meetings as scheduled.
• Wear safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, company provided overalls, and other related safety gear in all designated company and customer work areas.  
• Maintain punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.  
• Operate company or personal vehicle as needed.

Based on location the following duties may or may not apply.

• Receive, track and record machines and attachments in the yard for Inventory purposes.
• Tag and scan machines and attachments with iMetrix and verify machine and attachment serial numbers for DBS receiving.
• Perform shipping/receiving functions, inspect cargo for damage, and follow outlined shipping/receiving policies and procedures. Maintain records for bill of ladings.
• Code freight bills and forward for processing.

• Install attachments to machines as needed for sale or demonstration.
• Perform minor preventative maintenance services on rental fleet and other equipment and vehicles.
• Operate a motor vehicle to deliver parts to field technicians, and to pick run various errands required by supervisor.

Based on Business Unit the following duties may or may not apply.

• Responsible for maintaining the overall cleanliness of multiple shops, offices, perimeter of building and shop aprons; empty trash cans, dispose of used oil filters and garbage, clean and refill mop buckets, etc.
• Assist with shop cleanliness above what technicians are required to do.
• Maintain shop equipment clean, in good working order and well maintained.
• Assist with moving disabled vehicles in and out of shop.
• Drive a company vehicle to pick up and deliver components to vendors and customers.
• Pickup and delivery of vehicles (depending upon type of license).
• Keep steam bay clean and organized.
• Perform monthly safety inspections in Main shop, Body Shop and Warehouse.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Work evening and weekend overtime is required, as necessary.

JOB SCOPE

This position serves in the capacity of the Utilityperson. General discretion and judgment are exercised routinely in the execution of job duties. If errors in judgment or professional execution of responsibilities are made, the consequences to the Department can be significant.

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS

Internal contacts consist of levels of positions in the company from business unit leaders to entry level positions. This position regularly deals with employees and customers in exchange of information in person, writing, via telephone or by electronic transfer. Sensitivity is required in dealing with such information and decisions concerning the release or sharing of that information. External contacts consist of customers, visitors and vendors.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, safely and in alignment with Peterson’s core values. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school education or the equivalent; and a minimum of one year of experience as yard person or other utility worker position. Experience in the safe operation of heavy and other miscellaneous equipment. Experience operating a steam cleaning machine preferred. Basic knowledge of mechanical work preferred but not required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Lift truck certificate preferred.
• Depending on business unit, may need to maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to obtain Department of Transportation (DOT) medical card.

COMPETENCIES

Safety – Actively demonstrates vigilance in protecting self, customers, co-workers, contractors, suppliers and community from risky actions or unsafe conditions. Promotes and follows Peterson’s safety policies and guidelines.

Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of employee or others.

Peterson’s Communication Principles – Able to demonstrate the following communication skills and principles when working with customers, co-workers, and other stakeholders:

• Showing up and choosing to be present- to honor others and give my best self.
• Paying attention to what has heart and meaning- to understand and acknowledge the true intent.
• Tells the truth without blame or judgement- to motivate and build confidence.
• Open to outcome, not attached to outcome- to learn from what happened and never stop improving.

Peterson Values – Behavior and work product aligns with Peterson’s Core values – Customer First, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Fun!

Accountability – Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan; Focuses on performance, manages execution.

Curious – Continuously pursues opportunities to learn and grow professionally and personally. Solicits feedback to improve self, service, performance and the organization. Applies feedback to improve performance.

Leadership – Refrains from activities that would negatively impact organizational health and reputation, compromise trust or working relationships, or create unnecessary bureaucracy.

Ethics – Works ethically and with integrity; avoids any action that could be interpreted to be for personal gain, in violation of Peterson’s Code of Conduct and Business Ethics, or as an abuse of positional power. Maintains confidentiality; Protects Customer, Manufacturer and Company proprietary information; promptly reports conduct that could is or could be considered unethical; Honest and forthcoming with information.

Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics; Meets commitments.

Technical Skills – Has the skills needed to successfully perform job responsibilities and be viewed as competent.  Shares expertise with others; Understands implications of decisions; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with organization’s goals.

Communication – Speaks clearly, respectfully and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings; Writes clearly and informatively; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Gives and welcomes feedback; Has personal awareness of body language and tone being used to maximize quality of communications.

Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests. Provides recognition for results; Offers to help others before being asked; Supports co-workers and provides them with grace.

Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Manages difficult or emotional customer and/or employee situations; Responds promptly to customer and employee needs; Facilitates a work environment where individuals are treated with respect and are not subject to hostile or other harassing behaviors.

Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events; Flexible; Open to new ideas.

Initiative – Undertakes self-development activities; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed; Looks for ways to improve performance and the organization as a whole; Pursues training and development opportunities.

Dependability – Consistently reports to work on time as scheduled; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English, use repair manuals as needed, and write legibly.  Must possess good verbal communication skills. Displays excellent communication skills including presentation, persuasion, and negotiation skills required in working with customers/ coworkers, including the ability to communicate effectively and remain calm and courteous under pressure. 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Perform basic math functions.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Has basic computer job skills including logging on to systems, ability to communicate by email, ability to compose documents and enter database information.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The working conditions, physical demands, and environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This is a full-time position. Days and hours worked will mirror the business operations which typically runs Monday – Friday. May work more than eight consecutive hours at a time or more than 40 hours in a seven-day work period depending on work demands. Occasional evening and weekend work will be necessary. Travel will be required to branch locations, company events, professional development and industry conferences. Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license, have access to reliable transportation and must be able to travel via most efficient mode for work related travel i.e., airplane.

With Peterson’s Customer First focus, the individual may encounter pressure in meeting customer needs, balancing competing deadlines and resource constraints. Situations must be handled in a manner that meets customer needs and does not negatively impact customer satisfaction. Customers are both internal and external.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The primary physical demands of this job are prolonged periods of standing/walking, working in awkward positions, and occasional heavy lifting involved from floor to waist. Requires good grip strength, dexterity, good vision and working around hot parts, tool and chemical hazards. Works on slippery surfaces. Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements include, close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth and perception, as well as the ability to adjust focus.

Physical Demands

Amount of Time

Activity

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Using hands or fingers to handle/feel objects

X

Reaching with hands / arms

X

Climbing or balancing

X

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

X

Talking or hearing

X

Lifting Requirements

Amount of Time

Physical Demand

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Up to ten pounds

X

Up to 25 pounds

X

Up to 50 pounds

X

Up to 100 pounds

X

More than 100 pounds

X

Vision Requirements

Yes

No

Close

X

Distance

X

Color Vision

X

Peripheral

X

Depth & Perception

X

Ability to Adjust Focus

X

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Works in shop and outdoor environments, working in all types of weather conditions. Employee is regularly exposure to heat, wet or humid conditions, working near moving mechanical parts, working in high precarious places, fumes and airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and exposed to vibration. Employee is expected to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in all work areas where it is required.

Work Environment

Amount of Time

Environmental Condition

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)

X

Work near moving mechanical parts

X

Work in high, precarious places

X

Fumes or airborne particles

X

Toxic or caustic chemicals

X

Outdoor weather conditions

X

Extreme cold (non-weather)

X

Extreme heat (non-weather)

X

Risk of electrical shock

X

Work with explosives

X

Risk of radiation

X

Vibration

X

This description describes only the general nature and level of work encompassed by this job. This description is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities, duties, and skills of employees at this level. Peterson is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer.

Peterson Machinery Co. is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.