Equipment Operator

Acadian Contractors, Inc.; Abbeville (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadian Contractors, Inc. is seeking an Equipment Operator in Abbeville, LA to proficiently operate an extended boom forklift and maintain equipment in safe working condition.

The role focuses on safe lifting, proper use of gear, and daily reporting to supervision. Responsibilities include performing inspections, maintaining fluids, checking straps and pins, and ensuring that all safety procedures are followed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 2 years minimum experience in extended boom forklift operation.

Responsibilities

• Move equipment and materials without causing damage and maintain forklift in good working condition.
• Notify Yard Superintendent or Project Manager when maintenance is required.
• Ensure safety of personnel during lifting activities and adequacy of lifting gear.
• Perform daily inspections, check fluids, and keep the cab clean.
• Keep straps, pins, shackles, and decals in good condition and within safety standards.
• Prepare and discuss a thorough Job Safety Analysis (JSA) before each task.

Skills

Forklift operation (extended boom)

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

The Equipment Operator position requires the person to demonstrate the ability to safely and efficiently operate an extended boom forklift.

Responsibilities and Duties

• To be proficient in moving equipment/materials without causing damage, maintain forklift in good working condition, notify Yard Superintendent or Project Manager when any maintenance and/or repairs are required, and work efficiently and productively throughout workday.
• The Equipment Operator is ultimately responsible for the safety of all personnel involved in lifting activities, adequacy of lifting gear utilized, ensuring that equipment/materials are not damaged during lifts, and their level of productivity.
• NOTE: It should be noted, that if an Equipment Operator is not certified or does not have the training to operate all types of Heavy equipment for which the operator has been deemed competent. Training must be scheduled, and the Operations Manager must be notified.
• Daily and Routine Inspections
• Check all fluids in machine
• Blowing out air filter twice a week or three times a week
• Keep machine greased every week
• Check slings every day and tags can be read clearly
• Have pins in shackles every time they are being used
• Keep machine full of fuel
• Have a maintenance report done everyday
• Report all damages and incidents to supervisor
• Ensure if using straps that they are checked and that tags can be read clearly
• Make sure that there are pins in shackles each time that they are in use
• Keep chains lubricated at all times
• Do not leave trash in cab and keep inside of cab clean and swept out
• Always have tag lines on machine and ensure that taglines are being use on every lift.
• Ensure if you use hooks that they have safety latches on them
• Check cables on drums regularly
• Look at all crane pins to make sure that the cotter pins are in
• Check and make sure decals are good and noticeable
• Ensure you are writing the correct department name and Job # on all daily time descriptions
• Complete and discuss a thorough JSA prior to each task.
• Be willing to perform tasks outside of equipment operation when called upon to do so.
• You are ultimately responsible for operation equipment as per equipment operating manual.
• Always have a positive attitude towards customers being serviced as well as ACI as a company.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 2 years minimum experience in extended boom forklift operation.

HSE Responsibilities

• Embrace, lead, and demonstrate “Acadian F.I.R.S.T.” – Vision & Mission Statement as fundamental core values.
• Demonstrate implementation of proactive safety processes (JSA, Time Out & TEAM BBS Observations) to achieve an incident-free workplace and advance our safety culture.
• Adhere to all Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Management System policies, procedures, best practices, and client-specific site policies.
• Make a personal commitment and be accountable for HSE results, supporting team members through coaching and mentoring to achieve goals.
• Accept coaching and demonstrate ownership and improvement of HSE processes based on feedback and ongoing mentorship.