Equipment Fleet Specialist

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Stowers Machinery Corporation

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Sevierville, Tennessee

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Manage daily yard operations including equipment staging, inventory documentation, and maintaining a clean environment. Provide high-quality customer service by greeting clients and coordinating machine preparation and pickup.

Qualifications

You have a High School Diploma or equivalent and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment. You possess strong attention to detail, organization, time management, and excellent interpersonal skills to foster positive employee and customer experiences.

Must Have Skills for ATS

hydro-mechanical work tools

Record360

DBS

Job Description

Description

Position Scope:

This position supports daily yard operations by managing equipment staging, inventory documentation, and customer interactions. The role ensures a clean, organized, and efficient yard environment while delivering a high-quality experience for both internal teams and external customers.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, contributing to shared goals and fostering positive relationships.
  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong verbal skills, able to maintain composure and clarity when handling challenging or high-stress interactions.
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer relations skills, fostering positive experiences for both employees and customers alike.

Education Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Customer Experience
  • Greet customers promptly upon arrival and maintain a friendly, calm, and attentive demeanor.
  • Communicate clearly and proactively regarding machine prep status and timing.
  • Ensure all required customer paperwork is signed, recorded, and stored appropriately.

Equipment Handling & Staging

  • Receive, barcode, and reposition new and used machines as needed.
  • Remove customer stickers from used equipment.
  • Hook up hydro-mechanical work tools to verify functionality prior to delivery.
  • Stage machines for customer pickup, shift preps, and nightly parts trucks—within 30 minutes of internal notification.
  • Inventory & Documentation
  • Perform weekly inventory scans and reconciliations.
  • Complete shipping/receiving records in DBS.
  • Send photos of received used machines to the Manager

Yard Maintenance & Safety

Keep the yard clean and organized; wash dirty machines and attachments proactively.

Conduct daily yard walks to check for open doors, misplaced equipment, damage, or safety concerns.

Communication & Coordination

Respond promptly to phone calls and text messages.

Maintain clear communication with internal teams to support smooth operations.

Leadership Responsibilities:

None

Preferred Experience and Skills:

  • Prior experience in yard operations, equipment handling, or a related field preferred; familiarity with construction or heavy equipment is a plus.
  • Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to operate equipment safely and efficiently.
  • Effective communication skills and comfort using mobile apps/systems (e.g., Record360, DBS) for documentation and coordination.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.

Must be able to pass background check, physical exam and drug screening test.

Work Environment:

The environment is collaborative, and you will work closely with cross-functional teams such as operations, sales, parts and service. Flexibility and adaptability are key as you may need to address emerging issues and balance multiple priorities. The workplace fosters a customer-focused culture, where excellence in customer service quality, both internally and externally, is a primary objective.

This position is primarily outdoors and requires working in all weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow. The role involves physical activity, operating equipment, and navigating a busy yard environment throughout the day. Personal protective equipment must be worn in areas as required. Although the work usually is not considered inherently dangerous, employees must be careful while performing onsite services. 

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. Stowers Machinery Corporation reserves the right to revise or change duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

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Stowers Machinery Corporation

Stowers Machinery Corporation has been East Tennessee's Cat dealer since 1960, providing sales, rental, parts, and service for Caterpillar machines, engines, and generators. Stowers Machinery Corporation and its subsidiary companies and divisions (including Stowers Rents and Stowers Power Systems) offer a wide variety of products and services for the construction, mining, and industrial markets, including heavy equipment sales & rental; power generation sales & rental; equipment rentals through its Cat Rental Stores; and a full range of product support services, including parts & service support for Cat machines, generators, and engines; truck engine & commercial engine service; a machine shop, hydraulic shop, and component rebuild shop; and a full-service welding & fabrication shop.
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