Heavy Equipment Handler & Crane Operator

Keen Transport, Inc.; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance after 30 days

401(k) with company match

Company paid life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

On-the-job training

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Wallenius Wilhelmsen in Decatur, IL, seeks a Manufacturing Heavy Equipment Processor to load/unload machinery, operate heavy equipment, and handle shipping paperwork. Starting pay is $20–$23/hour, based on experience, with opportunities for growth and on-the-job training.

Work is outdoors in diverse weather, with safety as a top priority. A valid driver’s license is required to move units between locations.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate heavy equipment and forklifts.
• Ability to read shipping/receiving paperwork.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand or walk throughout a full shift in various weather.
• Current valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload construction equipment to/from trailers for receiving or shipment.
• Safely operate lift truck, overhead crane, or other material handling equipment.
• Drive equipment including backing up, tilting or raising or lowering attachments.
• Work outside in all reasonable weather conditions.
• Read and interpret paperwork such as bills of lading and manifests.
• Must have a current driver’s license to move units between locations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Crane & forklift operation

Read shipping docs

Lift 50 pounds

Valid driver's license

Job description

Wallenius Wilhelmsen in Decatur, IL, seeks a Manufacturing Heavy Equipment Processor to load/unload machinery, operate heavy equipment, and handle shipping paperwork. Starting pay is $20–$23/hour, based on experience, with opportunities for growth and on-the-job training.

Work is outdoors in diverse weather, with safety as a top priority. A valid driver’s license is required to move units between locations.