Equipment Operator

ASC Engineered Solutions; Columbia (PA); On-site; USD 24,764 - 35,271; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

On-site nurse

401k and Paid Holidays after 90 days

Career advancement opportunities

On-site training

Steel toe reimbursement

Job summary

ASC Engineered Solutions in Columbia, PA, seeks an Equipment Operator to manage powered industrial vehicles, ensuring efficient material handling. Responsibilities include operating equipment like forklifts and trucks, maintaining vehicle functionality, and adhering to safety protocols. The role requires mechanical proficiency and availability for weekends. Compensation is $21.79 per hour, with additional benefits like health coverage and career training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate mobile and heavy equipment.
• Constant awareness of surroundings.
• Available for weekend and overtime assignments.

Responsibilities

• Operate various powered industrial vehicles including trucks and forklifts.
• Load and unload cargo safely.
• Maintain and service vehicle needs.

Skills

Operation of powered industrial vehicles

Safety awareness

Recordkeeping

Job description

Equipment Operator

Department: Manufacturing & Distribution - General Labor

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Columbia, PA - Plant

Reporting To: Teresa Rupp

Compensation: $21.79 / hour

Description

This role involves the operation of a variety of powered industrial vehicles—including forklifts, trucks, front-end loaders, and sweepers—to support material handling and transportation needs across the facility. The position includes responsibilities such as loading and unloading cargo, performing routine vehicle maintenance, and ensuring accurate recordkeeping. A strong emphasis is placed on safety, proper equipment use, and maintaining clean, organized work areas.

How You Will Help

• Operate various powered industrial vehicles including, but not limited to, trucks, lifts, front end loaders, and sweepers
• Operates assigned vehicle performing hauling and delivery duties as assigned
• Loads and unloads cargo
• Operates forklift to position and move materials, equipment, etc.
• Maintains and services vehicle needs as required, such as fuel, oil, water, tires, hydraulic systems, battery, etc.
• Maintains appropriate records by manual or automated systems
• Maintains proper housekeeping in work areas and operates equipment in a safe manner
• Properly uses and maintains company tools and equipment
• Perform all duties in a safe and responsible manner

What You Will Bring

• Must be able to operate mobile and heavy equipment.
• Repetitive use of both hands for the duration of your shift.
• Constant awareness of surroundings.
• Must be available for weekend and overtime assignments as required.

Additional responsibilities and duties may be assigned.

ASC Engineered Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Compensation

• $21.79 per hour, plus a $2.00/hour shift differential for second and third shifts.
• Health benefits
• On-site nurse
• 401k and Paid Holidays after 90 days
• Career advancement opportunities, on-site training, steel toe reimbursement