Operator, Equipment Job Description
Operator, Equipment Duties & Responsibilities
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Operator, Equipment Qualifications
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Licensing or Certifications for Operator, Equipment
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Operator, Equipment Examples
Operator, Equipment Job Description
- Process paperwork as required with shipments
- Deliver products such as fertilizer, chemical, seed, or other products to customer site
- Operate heavy machinery to load and unload bulk fertilizer products for suppliers and customers
- Operate heavy machinery to load and unload bulk grain products from truck, rail cars and barges
- Coordinate with Project Manager about the resources needed (personnel and equipment) for daily work
- Will require out of town travel which will be at least 20% of your time
- Inspecting and cleaning platforms, catwalks, foundations, tunnels
- Ability to safely and proficiently operate mobile equipment such as haul trucks, loaders, dozers, water truck, grader
- Ability to perform general support clean-up duties and maintain a clean work area by using high-pressure water system, shoveling, skid-steer, backhoe
- A typical schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, and every other Saturday
- One year of verifiable experience with commercial landscape company is required
- Previous warehouse experience is highly preferred
- Must be able to obtain a certification to operate electric pallet jacks, forklifts and standup lifts
- Must be able to squat, push, pull and lift up to 50 pounds, and withstand variation in warehouse temperatures (with or without reasonable accommodations)
- Ability to keep work station clean and clear of debris is a must
- Must have the ability to abide by all of Carters policies and procedures
Operator, Equipment Job Description
- Loads and unloads items transported
- Must be able to be certified for all motorized equipment
- Experience using an inventory based warehouse management system, , Oracle or similar system
- Intermediate to advanced PC literacy to include Microsoft Excel and Word
- Must be able to stand or walk for an 8 hour shift
- Must be able to lift 20-25lbs constantly
- 50lbs or more requires a team lift which is minimal
- Overhead reaching and pulling may be required occasionally
- Must be able to work in upper levels of the warehouse
- Traffic Control set up & tear down
- Two to three years experience on heavy Dozers, Motor Graders, and other equipment
- At least 3 years of experience working as a Heavy Equipment Operator preferably large CAT Dozers
- 1 year of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
- Previous landfill experience a plus!
- Experience operations bulk storage, conveying and processing equipment
- Experience operating mobile equipment including skid loaders, forklifts, heavy haul mobile equipment
Operator, Equipment Job Description
- Ability to efficiently operate a front end loader and forklift
- Performs miscellaneous labor intensive job-related duties as assigned
- Schedule is a day shift but will include weekend work
- Operation of off-highway equipment within an underground limestone mine - primarily an excavator
- Operating Landscape Construction Equipment, such as skid steer, mini-excavator, backhoe
- Working knowledge of all entry level job tasks the ability to operate most all other equipment properly
- Operates equipment such as backhoes, front-end loaders, street sweepers, forklifts, tractor-trailers, tractors and dump trucks
- Operates balers, trash compactors, liftgates, compressors and power washers
- Services and performs general and preventative maintenance on heavy equipment and related equipment
- Operation of forklifts
- Ability to walk up ladders, walk on barges and rail cars
- Utilize hand tools while working on above ground while wearing personal fall protection
- Hours of operation fluctuate depending on the customer demand
- The above posted times are approximate
- Able to lift as much as 50 lbs
- Must be able to climb ladders and 150 feet of stairs throughout the day
Operator, Equipment Job Description
- Responsible for daily operation of hazardous waste disposal injection well and its routine maintenance
- General maintenance of equipment as per supervisor’s instructions
- Report equipment malfunctions promptly
- Records daily system readings and inspections, pump leachate, performs weed trimming and grass cutting around facility and associated systems
- Collects and processes storm water samples as needed
- Enters data into excel spreadsheets and maintains system records
- Maintain equipment clean, inside and out
- Keep record of equipment maintenance and repairs
- Receipt, handling, recovery, disposal and recycling of hazardous waste
- Keep logs and records of waste received and shipped off-site
- Must pass pe-employment background check and drug screen
- 4 Positions open, must work weekends
- Have one year of previous experience operating heavy equipment
- Trains new equipment operators on the equipment unit they are qualified to operate
- Full-time, discounted meals
- Medical benefits after 90 days
Operator, Equipment Job Description
- Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and safety of the warehouse
- Move pallets from one area to another
- Maintain clear and open communication with management
- Inventory control, well organized and attention to details
- Creating shipping documents for packages (UPS/FedEx)
- Responsible for accuracy of incoming and outgoing orders
- Responsible for moving product within the warehouse by means of motorized equipment, such as forklifts, pallet jacks, reach lifts
- Willing to work in heat/cold warehouse setting
- Ability to travel and be away from home for extended periods
- Monitor locations flow imbalance and place order timely for empty supply and evacuation
- Prefer Dozer, Backhoe and Skid Steer experience
- Prefer working knowledge of equipment operation and open pit mining
- Must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area
- Maintain 40 hour HAZWOPER and annual 8 hour refresher
- Must be able to perform duties of equipment operator while utilizing different levels of PPE and respiratory equipment and be able to work in an outdoor environment in all weather conditions
- 3-5 years’ experience operating heavy mobile equipment preferred