Equipment Operator I (Mule Train) - First Shift

Spectrum Comm Inc; Havelock (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Paid time off

Family leave

Disability insurance

Training & development

Wellness resources

Stock options

Job summary

Spectrum Comm Inc. is seeking candidates to support the Fleet Readiness Center, East at Marine Corps Air Station, Cherry Point, NC. The role involves moving aircraft parts, components, tooling, and materials among facilities, with emphasis on safety, accuracy, and timeliness to meet production schedules.

Ideal candidates will operate forklifts and tow vehicles, complete pre/post operation checks, and comply with PPE requirements. Occasional weekend shifts and union coverage apply.

Qualifications

• Able to lift up to 45 lbs and perform manual handling.
• Pass medical and drug screening.
• Maintain a valid State Driver’s License.
• Flightline Driver Qualification required.
• Aircraft Tow Qualification required.
• Work in all weather conditions; PPE required (safety shoes, hearing protection, gloves).

Responsibilities

• Move aircraft parts, components, calibrated tooling, and other materials between facilities, shops, and stations.
• Perform pre/post operation safety and functional checks on equipment.
• Support weekend shifts as needed and work within a union-covered environment.

Skills

Safety compliance

Equipment operation

Pre/post operation checks

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

Forklifts (electric & diesel)

Tow vehicles

Electric Carts

Trailers

Job description

Spectrum Comm Inc., is looking for candidates to support the Fleet Readiness Center, East at Marine Corps Air Station, Cherry Point, NC. Our Ideal candidate will move aircraft parts, components, calibrated tooling, non-aeronautical parts, supplies, and materials among the facilities, shops, and stations. Our employees shall be required to perform these services continuously during normal work hours. Safety, accuracy, and timeliness of pick-ups and deliveries of aircraft parts, components, and materials are essential factors in meeting established production schedules. Common equipment used in this role are:

• Forklifts, electric and diesel
• Diesel Mid Tractor Tow vehicles
• Electric Carts
• Trailers (covered/uncovered)

Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in the equipment assigned and perform pre/post operation safety and functional checks.

This position may be required to work occasional weekend shifts. It is also a position covered under a collective bargaining agreement.

• Pass medical and drug screening
• Lifting up to 45 lbs. without assistance
• Vision of at least 20/40 in each eye, with or without corrective lenses
• Vision requirements include color vision, depth perception, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus
• Work in all types of weather, including extreme hot/cold temperatures and humid climates
• Walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching and bending during a work shift
• Dusty and noisy work environments that require wearing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as safety toed shoes, hearing protection, and gloves during a work shift
• Operate a handheld VHF radio
• Maintain a valid State Driver’s License
• Flightline Drivers Qualification
• Aircraft Tow Qualification

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources
• Stock Option Plan