Equipment Operator III

ASTEC; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in machinery manufacturing is seeking an Equipment Operator III. The role involves operating heavy equipment, managing materials, and ensuring compliance with transportation requirements. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and a minimum of five years’ experience in a similar role, showcasing their ability to work effectively as a team member.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in operating heavy equipment.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in loading and setting up asphalt equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate yard equipment including forklifts, payloader, and trucks.
• Unload steel and other materials and distribute them to storage.
• Perform daily equipment inspections.

Skills

Operating multiple pieces of heavy equipment

Knowledge of transportation requirements and freight compliance

Education

High school education or equivalent certification

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Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company specializing in asphalt, road building, and aggregate processing. Our mission is to design and build innovative products for the industries we serve, leveraging solutions and technologies to serve customers worldwide.

About The Position

Work is performed under the supervision of the Department Supervisor and in cooperation with the Department Leader.

Key Activities & Responsibilities

• Operate yard equipment including forklifts, payloader, and trucks.
• Unload steel and other materials from incoming trucks and distribute them to designated storage areas.
• Distribute materials to manufacturing work centers.
• Transport parts and partially completed units to and from departments.
• Transfer completed units or parts to and from the blast and paint areas.
• Maintain and arrange for maintenance of all assigned equipment.
• Load finished equipment onto trucks.
• Perform daily equipment inspections.
• Operate cranes proficiently.
• Serve as observer and trainer for payloader and crane operation (see Attachments A and B).
• Operate Mach yard truck with proper airbrake use and wheel chock placement as required.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent certification.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in operating heavy equipment.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in loading and setting up asphalt equipment.
• Ability to safely operate multiple pieces of heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of transportation requirements and freight compliance.

Additional Information

Must be able to work satisfactorily as a team member.

Employment Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Machinery Manufacturing

Astec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.