Equipment Operator - Port Allen, LA

Associated Terminals; Port Allen (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Associated Terminals in Port Allen, LA seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator to safely operate wheel loaders and other machinery in the warehouse, yard, and docks.

You will perform pre-job inspections, report maintenance, and support safety programs. Applicants should have at least 1 year of heavy equipment experience and a high school diploma.

This role requires endurance for long shifts, ability to work around heavy machinery, and strong teamwork and communication.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment in industrial, warehousing, or maritime settings.
• Ability to operate equipment in confined spaces with safety focus.
• Strong knowledge of warehousing operations and maintenance programs.
• Familiarity with safety programs and procedures.
• Proven safe work practices and leadership ability.
• Good teamwork and clear written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate wheel loaders, Bobcats, and other equipment safely on docks and in warehouses.
• Perform pre-job inspections and routine maintenance, including fluids and fueling.
• Serve as signal person for other operators and crane operators.
• Complete daily equipment inspection reports and report issues to Terminal Manager.
• Adhere to safety initiatives and company reporting protocols.
• Perform general labor tasks and assist daily operations.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety programs

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for the safe operation of assigned equipment (Wheel loaders, Bobcats, etc.) within the warehouse/ terminal and on the docks while navigating around other equipment and personnel.
• Operate equipment to transport and store various commodities within the terminal and warehouse.
• Perform pre-job inspections and routine maintenance of all assigned equipment, including fluid checks, filter replacements, fueling, and greasing.
• Acts as signal man for other equipment operators and crane operators
• Perform general labor tasks as necessary for daily operations.
• Complete and submit daily equipment inspection reports.
• Report any maintenance issues to Terminal Manager daily as necessary.
• Report all incidents through the company's reporting protocol.
• Support company safety initiatives
• Demonstrate required competencies through training and practice.
• Perform other duties as required

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

At least 1 year of heavy equipment experience in an industrial, warehousing, or maritime environment.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school or equivalent (preferred)

SKILL/ KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience in a similar role within an industrial or warehousing environment (preferred).
• Proficiency in operating heavy equipment within confined spaces.
• Thorough understanding of warehousing operations and equipment maintenance programs.
• Knowledge of personnel safety programs and procedures.
• Demonstrated safe work practices and leadership ability.
• Strong team collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to:
  • Safely operate assigned equipment.
  • Communicate clearly and professionally (written and verbal).
  • Follow detailed directions.
  • Use basic math skills.
  • Demonstrate professionalism in radio communications.
  • Operate computers and Microsoft Office applications effectively.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work in various weather conditions, including heat, cold, and rain.
• Work at varying elevations and around heavy machinery and equipment.
• Exposure to noise levels requiring hearing protection.
• Conditions may require dust masks, respirators, and other PPE (hard hats, eyewear, safety vests, gloves, steel-toe boots).
• Work environment includes light to heavy equipment, tools, and materials.
• Requires work hours that consist of 10-to-12-hour shifts with additional hours as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to perform physical tasks, including but not limited to:
• Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling.
• Reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, and lifting.
• Using repetitive motion for typing, grasping, and feeling.
• Requires use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, safety vests, masks/respirators, and steel-toe boots.
• Regularly required to wear fall arrest systems and harnesses when working at heights.
• Must be able to talk, hear, see, and feel to perform job duties.
• The job involves Very Heavy Work, defined as:
• Exerting over 100 lbs. of force occasionally,
• 50 lbs. of force frequently, and
• 20 lbs. of force constantly to move or manipulate objects.

CERTIFICATIONS/ LISCENSURES

• TWIC: Must attain and maintain a valid TWIC card.
• Water survival, fall protection, CPR, and first-aid training (in-house)
• Must pass pre-employment drug testing and random drug screenings

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

TWIC Card

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