Equipment Operator

IES Electrical; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical-dental-vision insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical is seeking a full-time Equipment Operator in Auburn, Alabama. You will operate forklifts and other heavy machinery to move materials, transport components, and support construction teams on site.

Candidates should have forklift certification and 3+ years of equipment operation experience, with preference for electrical data center project exposure and strong safety knowledge. Must pass background checks and comply with site regulations.

Qualifications

• Valid forklift certification and/or heavy machinery operator license.
• 3 years’ experience operating forklifts, tele handlers, and other construction equipment in a commercial or industrial setting.
• Previous experience working on electrical data center projects is a plus.
• Strong understanding of construction site safety and equipment operation standards.
• Ability to read and follow site maps, blueprints, and material handling instructions.
• Ability to lift various heavy material weights and work in varying environmental conditions.
• Successfully pass pre-employment (post offer) background check, and MVR check.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, tele handlers, loaders, and other heavy machinery to move and position construction materials and equipment.
• Transport electrical components, tools, and other materials to designated areas across project site.
• Perform daily equipment inspections, basic equipment maintenance, and ensure machinery is in optimal working condition.
• Assist with loading and unloading of trucks, ensuring materials are properly secured and stored.
• Collaborate with construction teams to meet project deadlines and support various phases of construction.
• Follow all safety protocols, OSHA standards, and project-specific regulations to maintain a safe work environment.
• Assist with general construction tasks as required by site supervisors.

Skills

Forklift certification

Heavy machinery operation

3 years experience

Electrical data center experience

Site safety knowledge

Blueprint reading

Material handling

Background check ready

Job description

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical, seeking full-time Equipment Operator in Auburn, Alabama.

Job Summary

• Operate forklifts, tele handlers, loaders, and other heavy machinery to move and position construction materials and equipment.
• Transport electrical components, tools, and other materials to designated areas across project site.
• Perform daily equipment inspections, basic equipment maintenance, and ensure machinery is in optimal working condition.
• Assist with loading and unloading of trucks, ensuring materials are properly secured and stored.
• Collaborate with construction teams to meet project deadlines and support various phases of construction.
• Follow all safety protocols, OSHA standards, and project-specific regulations to maintain a safe work environment.
• Assist with general construction tasks as required by site supervisors.

Qualifications

• Valid forklift certification and/or heavy machinery operator license.
• 3 years’ experience operating forklifts, tele handlers, and other construction equipment in a commercial or industrial setting.
• Previous experience working on electrical data center projects - is a plus.
• Strong understanding of construction site safety and equipment operation standards.
• Ability to read and follow site maps, blueprints, and material handling instructions.
• Ability to lift various heavy material weights and work in varying environmental conditions.
• Successfully pass pre-employment (post offer) background check, and MVR check.

Company Overview:

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical, a subsidiary of IES Holdings, Inc. (IES), an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. IES is traded on the NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. IES Commercial, Inc. operates diverse business units across the United States, each focusing on distinct market segments and geographies, with some business units operating nationally. Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it.

Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company discretionary match, flexible medical-dental-vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability insurance, basic life/AD&D insurance, paid holidays, and highly competitive pay in addition to paid-time-off.