Equipment Operator

Essential Job Responsibilities

• The Equipment Operator is a part of the operations team and is responsible for the direction and handling of cargo.
• Maintain a positive working relationship, set the standard and be held accountable for a safe and efficient operation.
• Work closely with staff while handling cargo as directed, safely and in a manner to complete tasks according to plans.
• Support, monitor, and troubleshoot when necessary, ensuring data is accurate and inform terminal staff of any discrepancies.
• Understand and adhere to safety procedures while implementing plans to address safety hazards.
• Report problems and issues to the appropriate Manager.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience operating powered industrial truck-type equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of principles of terminal operations.
• Experience with power and hand tools.
• Knowledge of safety and accident prevention codes and regulations.
• Knowledge and understanding of cargo stowage and stability strongly desired.
• Required to observe all safety and health requirements.
• Requires the ability to operate large equipment and direct a complex and diverse workforce in a fast-paced environment.
• Requires problem-solving skills to respond quickly and effectively to operational issues.
• Requires the ability to follow instructions in a fast-paced environment and be available to work varied hours and days.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively with the workforce and other staff.
• Requires the ability to analyze and troubleshoot operations.

Work Environment

• Must be able to work in rotating shifts, days, evenings, and nights.
• Must be able to work in extreme outdoor temperatures of hot and cold, extremely dusty conditions, and occasionally, conditions of high levels of noise.
• The ability to work in an environment that may be hazardous to persons unable to see and hear fast-moving equipment.
• The ability to drive 50%.
• The ability to operate various types of equipment.

Pay

$18.18-22.00 per hour

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic life and accidental death insurance
• Paid disability insurance, including paid parental leave if eligible
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid sick and vacation time, and company holidays if eligible
• Paid bereavement leave and paid jury duty
• 401k plan and retirement plan
• Discretionary and/or metric-based bonuses dependent on position