Forklift/Equipment Operator
JOB SUMMARY
The Heavy Equipment Operator will safely and efficiently perform complex moving and loading activities by operating a variety of heavy equipment.
EXEMPT STATUS
Non-Exempt Status
LOCATION
1958 Diamond Hill Road, Chesapeake, VA 23324
HOURS OF WORK
Shift schedule varies according to business needs
REPORTS TO
Production Supervisor
JOB REQUIREMENTS
SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Thorough understanding of practices involved in the use of various types of heavy equipment.
- Thorough understanding of maintenance and basic repairs associated with heavy equipment.
- Thorough understanding of safety rules and ability to safely operate machinery.
- Superior skill operating assigned equipment safely and efficiently.
- Ability to work in a production environment, including hot, cold, wet and/or dusty environments
EXPERIENCE
2 or more years of experience operating heavy equipment in a fast-paced high output industrial environment
EDUCATION
High School Education or equivalent
JOB DUTIES
- Operates a variety of heavy equipment such as a loader, excavator, skid steer or other similar equipment to accomplish difficult or highly complex tasks
- Prior to operating equipment, conducts routine inspections to identify needed maintenance or repairs
- Monitors gauges and other indicators to ensure safe operation
- Performs or requests necessary minor repairs and adjustments to equipment
- Assists with repairs as needed
- Adheres to all safety rules, guidelines, and codes
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to physically operate heavy equipment.
- Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and stand to operate and repair heavy equipment.
- Must be able to work in all types of weather, including extremely hot and extremely cold temperatures.
- Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds at times.
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