Heavy Equipment Operator

POSITION SUMMARY

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe efficient environmentally responsible handling of material and operation of equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES

Move bulk material and cargo and/or load trucks with heavy equipment

Complete daily paperwork including daily equipment checklist

Operate all equipment safely and efficiently complete daily pre-trip inspection.

Perform general labor tasks to assist with material processing and property maintenance pile maintenance (turning) or other projects as needed.

Follow all safety and operational policies regulations and programs.

Successfully complete all required training programs

Monitor product for quality and report any issues or concerns.

Perform other duties as assigned and assist other staff as needed.

Pushing up product

QUALIFICATIONS:

3 years of heavy equipment experience such as front end loader excavator dozer trackhoe. Not a forklift position.

HS Diploma or equivalent.

Valid drivers license and transportation required.

Minimum 13 years experience operating heavy equipment including: front-end loaderbulldozer excavator and heavy forklift.

Ability to safely lift 50 lbs.

Good communication skills.

Ability to work varied hours including weekends holidays evenings and/or overnight shifts required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this position the employee is required to stand; walk; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk with alternate standing. While performing the duties of this position the employee is subject to a dry sometimes dusty warehouse environment . The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.