Generator Source is seeking an experienced Yard Foreman to lead and support our yard operations in Brighton, Colorado. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for coordinating the safe, efficient movement, staging, preparation, loading, and shipment of industrial generators and related equipment.
Generator Source is a leading buyer and seller of surplus and used commercial power-generation equipment, serving customers throughout the world. For more than 38 years, we have specialized in low-hour industrial diesel and natural-gas generators up to 2,000 kW from manufacturers such as Cummins, Caterpillar, Kohler, Generac, and MTU.
Based in Brighton, CO., our team works with large, complex equipment every day. The Yard Foreman plays an important role in maintaining a safe, organized, productive yard while leading the team responsible for preparing equipment for delivery, shipment, rental, and customer use.
YARD FOREMAN RESPONSIBILITES
- Lead, direct, and assign daily work for the Yard team to ensure priorities, deadlines, and operational goals are met.
- Coordinate the safe, efficient receipt, staging, preparation, loading, and shipment of generators, trailers, and related equipment.
- Inspect equipment before shipment and upon return to help ensure units are clean, complete, properly identified, and ready for delivery or customer use.
- Oversee yard inventory organization, equipment staging, and material handling to maintain an orderly and efficient operation.
- Ensure generators and related equipment are properly prepared for sale, rental, delivery, or shipment, including washing, painting, replacing panels or doors, basic repairs, and other appearance or readiness work as assigned.
- Maintain a clean, safe, organized, and professional yard, shop, storage, and work area.
- Ensure safe and proper use, inspection, and storage of forklifts, loaders, trailers, lifting equipment, tools, and other yard equipment.
- Train, coach, and support Yard Technicians on safe work practices, quality expectations, equipment handling, and department procedures.
- Monitor work quality and address deficiencies, damage, safety concerns, or incomplete work promptly.
- Coordinate with Operations, Sales, Service, Rentals, and other departments to support equipment movement and customer delivery needs.
- Maintain accurate records related to equipment movement, yard inventory, inspections, damage, repairs, and other assigned documentation.
- Promote compliance with Company safety policies, including required PPE, housekeeping, equipment inspections, and incident reporting.
- Perform hands-on yard and equipment-preparation work as needed to support the team and meet operational demands.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
SKILL REQUISITES
- Seven or more years of experience in yard operations, equipment handling, inventory control, logistics, or a related operational environment; prior lead or supervisory experience preferred.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of generators, industrial equipment, trailers, forklifts, loaders, or similar equipment preferred.
- Knowledge of safe equipment operation, material handling, loading and unloading practices, and basic mechanical functions.
- Working knowledge of crane operations, rigging, lifting practices, and safe load handling; ability to coordinate effectively with third-party crane companies, operators, riggers, and transportation providers for equipment loading, unloading, placement, and movement.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, assign work, train employees, and hold team members accountable for quality, safety, and productivity.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage equipment staging, yard inventory, work priorities, and multiple daily demands.
- High attention to detail, particularly regarding equipment condition, identification, completeness, cleanliness, and shipment readiness.
- Basic to intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office, email, and the ability to learn Company systems used for inventory, equipment tracking, or work assignments.
- Clear verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively with Yard, Service, Sales, Operations, Transportation, and other departments.
- Consistent commitment to safe work practices, including use of required PPE, safe operation of equipment, housekeeping, and compliance with Company safety policies.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform physical work, including lifting, climbing, bending, standing, and operating yard equipment.
YARD HOURS: 7:00a.m. to 4:00p.m.
COMPENSATION: $37.72 - $46.23
This position is full-time and is located in Brighton, Colorado
Generator Source is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), marital status, military or veteran status, political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Pay: $37.72 - $46.23 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Heavy Equipment: 7 years (Required)
- Mecahnical Apptitude: 7 years (Required)
- Logistics: 7 years (Preferred)
- Management: 7 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
