Heavy Equipment Operator

1aes; Danville (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

1aes is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to move chiller units around company property. The role involves operating a 36,000 lb forklift, loading and unloading trucks, and relocating units through paint, assembly, and testing stations, plus yard movement.

The position requires 3–4 years of heavy equipment driving experience, strict adherence to safety policies, and a HS diploma or GED. Weekend work may be required; typical shifts run 7am–4pm.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe work practices and willingness to comply with safety policies and procedures.
• 3-4 years of previous heavy equipment driving experience a must.
• Attention to detail.
• HS diploma and/or GED.

Responsibilities

• Operating a 36,000 Lb. fork truck.
• Loading and unloading trucks with units.
• Moving units in and out of paint production.
• Moving units in and out of assembly production.
• Moving units on and off of testing stations.
• Moving units around the yard.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Attention to detail

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator

Purpose: To move chiller units around various locations on company property

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operating a 36,000 Lb. fork truck
• Loading and unloading trucks with units
• Moving units in and out of paint production
• Moving units in and out of assembly production
• Moving units on and off of testing stations
• Moving units around the yard

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of safe work practices and willingness to comply with safety policies and procedures
• 3-4 years of previous heavy equipment driving experience a must
• Attention to detail
• HS diploma and/or GED

Working Conditions:

• 8-hour workdays (7am-4pm) with one hour lunch break
• Mandatory weekend work may be required
• Exposure to weather conditions, heat/cold