Yard Manager
Rocky Ridge is seeking a dependable, customer-focused Yard Manager to oversee daily yard operations. This hands-on role is responsible for safely loading materials, operating heavy equipment, managing inventory, and ensuring an organized, efficient, and safe yard.
Responsibilities:
- Operate forklifts, loaders, and other heavy equipment safely and efficiently
- Load trucks, trailers, and customer vehicles with block, pavers, rock, and other landscape materials
- Manage inventory and keep the yard organized, well-stocked, and free of clutter
- Optimize vehicle and material flow within the yard
- Inspect and perform basic maintenance on equipment; report repair needs promptly
- Coordinate deliveries and shipments, ensuring timely, accurate scheduling and tracking
- Enforce safety protocols, conduct risk assessments, and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Supervise, train, and manage performance of yard staff
- Provide excellent customer service — assist with product selection, loading, and questions; serve as point of contact for customers and drivers
- Maintain records of yard performance and incidents
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and support sustainability initiatives (recycling, energy efficiency, waste reduction)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience operating forklifts, loaders, or similar heavy equipment
- Strong organizational and inventory management skills
- Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform basic equipment maintenance
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Leadership experience managing people, equipment, and logistics in a fast-paced yard environment
- Ability to work outdoors and safely lift 50+ pounds
At Rocky Ridge we value customer service and strive to give each customer the greatest experience we can. We take pride in our work and in the relationships we develop with everyone we work with. With a fantastic team at Rocky Ridge, we look forward to working together to achieve that goal.
You can email a resume to [email protected], or bring it by the office at 500 N. 600 W. Cedar City. UT
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Heavy equipment operation: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Cedar City, UT 84721: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
