Heavy Equipment Operator

Coastal Elite Pro; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastal Elite Pro seeks a skilled depot technician to load, move, and transport shipping containers using cranes and forklifts. The role emphasizes safe operation and adherence to depot procedures in a fast-paced logistics setting.

Candidates should be proficient with container handling and basic logistics workflows, with a strong safety mindset and the ability to work efficiently under time pressure in a transportation environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment, including cranes and forklifts.
• Proficiency in container handling operations and basic logistics workflows.
• Strong safety mindset when operating equipment in depot environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to move and position shipping containers and related cargo.
• Use container handling equipment safely and effectively (cranes and forklifts).
• Perform equipment operations in compliance with safety procedures and standards.
• Support efficient depot workflows to maintain smooth logistics and service delivery.
• Follow site rules for secure handling and safe movement of materials.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Cranes

Forklifts

Tools

Crane operation

Forklift operation

Job description

responsible for efficient loading, handling, and transportation of goods at depot facilities, with a primary focus on shipping containers and logistics operations.

Key Duties

• Operate heavy equipment to move and position shipping containers and related cargo.
• Use container handling equipment, including cranes and forklifts, safely and effectively.
• Perform equipment operations in compliance with safety procedures and operational standards.
• Support efficient depot workflows to maintain smooth logistics and service delivery.
• Follow site rules for secure handling, proper loading, and safe movement of materials.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience operating heavy equipment, especially cranes and forklifts.
• Proficiency in container handling operations and basic logistics workflows.
• Strong safety mindset and ability to operate equipment with precision.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced transportation and logistics environment.