Equipment Operator (Night Shift)

Gulf Island; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Wage Access

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Safety Awards

Company Store

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Gulf Island is seeking an Equipment Operator to operate Combilift, overhead crane, forklifts and cherry pickers in our warehouse, shop and yard. You will inspect equipment, ensure safe operation, perform rigging when needed, and assist with general labor under supervision.

Environmental conditions are outdoors the majority of the time, and you must pass pre-employment drug screening and background checks. The company does not sponsor visas and does not engage unsolicited recruiting firms.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience operating equipment in an industrial or yard environment.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and physical.
• Must pass a background check.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and utilize the Combilift, overhead crane, cherry pickers and/or forklift to pick up and move heavy objects and materials.
• Inspect all equipment prior to operation to ensure proper lubricants, fuel, etc. and report problems.
• Check switches and gears to ensure safe operation.
• Utilize foot, hand and steering controls on equipment.
• Operate equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform rigging duties when riggers are not available.
• Perform general labor around the warehouse, shop and yard.
• Follow instructions and job assignments with little or no supervision.
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Combilift

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Cherry pickers

Pallet jacks

Job description

Main Purpose:

The Equipment Operator is responsible for the operation of various equipment (Combilifts, hydraulic cherry pickers, forklifts, overhead cranes etc.) within our warehouse, shop and yard.

Essential Functions:

• Operate and utilize the Combilift, overhead crane, cherry pickers and / or forklift to pick up and move heavy objects and materials
• Inspect all equipment prior to operation to ensure that it has proper lubricants, fuel etc. and to report any problems that will need immediate attention by the mechanic / maintenance department
• Check switches and gears to ensure that the equipment operates safely
• Utilize foot, hand and steering controls on various equipment
• Operate all equipment safely and efficiently
• Perform rigging duties on occasions when riggers are not available to set-up for certain lifting assignments
• Perform general labor around the warehouse, shop and yard
• Follow instructions and job assignments with little or no supervision
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

Benefits Offered:

• Earned Wage Access
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Safety Awards
• Company Store
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Requirements

Physical Requirements:

• Standing, sitting, walking, stooping, kneeling, climbing, feeling, talking, hearing and seeing
• Turning, twisting, bending and balancing
• Pushing, pulling and reaching
• Must be able to lift and / or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally 75 pounds

Job Requirements:

• 1+ years experience in operating equipment in an industrial or yard environment
• Willingness to learn and help
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and physical
• Must be able to pass a background check

Desirable Experience, Education and Training:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience operating a Combilift is helpful

Tools, Equipment and Technology:

• Combilift
• Overhead cranes
• Forklifts
• Cherry pickers
• Pallet jacks
• Fuel
• PPE

Environmental Conditions:

80 to 90% of the work activities are performed outdoors. Individuals will be required to work in changes of temperature, hot, cold, humid, wet and dry conditions, dust, mud etc. They will also be exposed to paint thinner and paint fumes.

Gulf Island will not sponsor applications for work visas. Additionally, applicants for employment with Gulf Island must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Accordingly, Gulf Island will not consider applications from candidates who require the company to sponsor a work visa and who are not currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Gulf island is not accepting unsolicited candidates from search firms for posted employment opportunities. Please no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to Gulf Island employees via email, the internet, or any other form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for the position will be deemed the sole property of Gulf Island. No recruiting placement fee will be paid in the event Gulf Island hires the candidate due to the referral or through other means.

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