Equipment Operator - Lumber Mill & Yard Specialist

The Budd Group; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401k

Paid vacation

Job summary

The Baillie Group in Williamsport, PA is seeking a motivated Equipment Operator to join our team. This full-time role supports daily mill and yard operations by safely operating heavy equipment, loading and organizing logs and materials, and upholding quality standards.

You will perform daily inspections, follow OSHA regulations, and assist with yard organization and production flow, contributing to a safe, productive work environment and ongoing career growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience operating heavy equipment in industrial, manufacturing, logging, sawmill, or construction environments preferred.
• Ability to safely operate loaders, forklifts, or other industrial equipment.
• Strong awareness of workplace safety practices.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform basic equipment inspections.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy equipment such as loaders, skid steers, forklifts, excavators, and other material handling equipment.
• Load, unload, transport, and organize logs, lumber, and other materials throughout the facility and yard.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance checks.
• Maintain safe and efficient operation of equipment in accordance with company policies and OSHA regulations.
• Assist with yard organization and inventory movement to support production operations.
• Monitor equipment performance and report maintenance or safety concerns promptly.
• Work closely with production and yard personnel to maintain workflow efficiency.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support operations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Equipment inspections

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Baillie Group in Williamsport, PA is seeking a motivated Equipment Operator to join our team. This full-time role supports daily mill and yard operations by safely operating heavy equipment, loading and organizing logs and materials, and upholding quality standards.

You will perform daily inspections, follow OSHA regulations, and assist with yard organization and production flow, contributing to a safe, productive work environment and ongoing career growth.