Equipment Operator I - ConT

About the Role

At Sabre Industries, we connect and power America’s communities with world-class utility and telecom solutions. This position is responsible for operating a forklift, overhead cranes, and other equipment to move, locate, relocate, stock, and count materials in accordance with production standards.

Responsibilities

• Assists machine operators, welders, and other personnel in loading/unloading, transporting raw, in-process, and finished materials throughout the facility.
• Uses forklifts and other heavy equipment such as cranes to safely and effectively move various sizes of steel plates and poles.
• Stages all stock and manufactured steel plate to production.
• Moves in-process and finished poles to appropriate areas.
• Abides by all Safety Standards and Policies including the use of all personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Performs routine safety inspections prior to operating equipment.
• Contributes to a safe working environment by maintaining quality, safety, organization, and cleanliness in your area of operation.
• Contributes to team effort by communicating and working well with others, as well as accomplishing related tasks as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, or any combination of education and experience.
• Forklift driving or crane/heavy equipment experience preferably in a manufacturing environment.

Skills & Abilities

• Must be able to effectively communicate in the English language within all levels of a team environment.
• Must be able to drive and operate a forklift.
• Must possess the ability to comply with safety rules, operating maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Must contribute to safety and quality control standards.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and contribute to the success of the team.
• Regular and timely attendance is required.

Physical Requirements

• Position requires work in a plant/manufacturing environment.
• Required PPE includes safety glasses, steel-toe metatarsal boots, and hearing protection worn at all times on the production floor, in addition to other specific PPE for certain tasks.
• Environment may include fluctuations in temperature, dust, and noise.
• Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions including heat and cold.
• Must be able to push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to reach, climb, bend, stoop, sit, stand, and grasp.
• Must be able to stand and walk 100% of the shift.
• Must have good hand-eye coordination to operate overhead cranes.
• Must be able to pass commercial driver vision testing requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Continuing Education & Tuition Reimbursement
• Life and Disability Coverage
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Health and Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts