Mobile Equipment Operator - 1st Shift
Mobile Equipment Operator - 1st Shift
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MOBILE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR JOIN OUR LEGACY AT BELL LUMBER & POLE!
Are you an experienced Mobile Equipment Operator looking for a handson role in a dynamic outdoor environment Do you thrive operating heavy machinery and ensuring efficient operations If so Bell Lumber & Pole wants you on our team!
WHY JOIN BELL LUMBER & POLE
With a 115year family legacy Bell Lumber & Pole Co. is a trusted leader in producing highquality renewable wood poles and structures for utility and telecom companies across North America. With 17 locations and over 400 employees in the U.S. and Canada we play a vital role in powering the future. Our missionTO RADICALLY LOVE AND INFLUENCE LIVESguides how we support our employees customers and communities.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Mobile Equipment Operator is responsible for safely operating and maintaining terminal equipment while loading and unloading customer products into and out of rail cars and trucks kilns and treating plants.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
Operate mobile equipment including log loaders frontend loaders and forklifts.
Understand and follow written handling procedures for customer products.
Safely use shop tools.
Maintain effective communication with coworkers regarding operational needs.
Troubleshoot and perform basic maintenance on operating systems.
Conduct startup and shutdown procedures for equipment.
Perform scheduled and annual maintenance on equipment.
Work in compliance with OSHA safety rules and Bell Timber safety policies.
Identify and report unsafe working conditions.
Read and understand equipment startup operation and shutdown procedures.
Ensure all work is completed in compliance with company standards.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
Experience handling logs including long poles (preferred).
Experience operating mobile equipment such as log loaders & frontend loaders.
Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions.
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
Operate and maintain mobile equipment such as log loaders frontend loaders and forkliftssafely and efficiently for material handling.
Load and unload materials from trams trucks and rail cars ensuring accuracy and proper handling.
Perform equipment startup and shutdown procedures while conducting pre and posttrip inspections to ensure safe operation.
Conduct routine maintenance and learn to perform annual and other scheduled maintenance on equipment.
Fuel equipment properly to ensure continuous operation.
Identify material types including lumber species and classes.
Follow work orders hand instructions and written handling documents for specific tasks and deliveries.
Recognize and communicate quality control issues related to materials and equipment.
Secure and transport loads safely preventing damage and ensuring compliance with weight distribution guidelines.
Monitor equipment gauges and temperatures to detect potential mechanical issues and perform troubleshooting.
Adhere to OSHA safety rules and industry regulations including those set by the Association of American Railroads.
Maintain accurate records of equipment usage maintenance load details and safety incidents.
Communicate effectively using radios to coordinate with yard staff and truck drivers regarding operational needs.
Identify and report any unsafe working conditions and follow company safety standards policies and procedures.
Use basic shop tools safely and maintain compliance with company work procedures.
Assist with other operational duties as needed to support overall efficiency and success of operations
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Frequently required to sit reach walk stand hear and use hands.
Occasionally required to lift and/or move 50 pounds or more.
Work environment involves exposure to extreme temperatures precipitation and toxic fumes.
Noise levels may exceed safe working levels in mobile heavy equipment.
Light exposure to chemicals used in cleaning the plant.
Overtime as required.
BELL LUMBER & POLE COMPANY
With a family legacy spanning over 115 years Bell Lumber & Pole Co. and its businesses (Bell Timber Inc. Bell Structural Systems Alamco Wood Products) have established a reputation for excellence.
As one of the largest producers of highquality renewable wood poles and structures for utility and telecom companies across North America and beyond Bell plays a vital role in powering the future. We are also a leader in manufacturing mass timber structural components for commercial and industrial buildings. In addition we provide wood fence posts and barn poles to farmers and ranchers. Bell operates in 17 locations with a workforce of over 400 employees across the U.S. and Canada.
Our mission TO RADICALLY LOVE AND INFLUENCE LIVES is lived out internally in the way our employees interact with each other and externally in the way we give back to the communities we serve.
BENEFITS
Bell Lumber & Pole offers acomprehensive benefits packageincluding:
- Health dental and vision insurance (with HRA and FSA)
- 401(k) with company match
- Short and longterm disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid holidays and generous paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee assistance and employee/community hardship programs
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Bell Lumber & Pole is proud to be an equalopportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status equal opportunities disability gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements.
This applies to all employment practices within our organization including hiring recruiting promotion termination layoff recall leave of absence compensation benefits training and apprenticeship. Bell makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications merit and business needs at the time.
Bell is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process please call or send an email toand let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. For additional detail you can read through ourEEO Policy.
Employment Type
Full-Time
