Heavy Equipment Operator

American Equipment Services; Danville (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

American Equipment Services is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to move chiller units across company properties. You will operate a 36,000 lb forklift, load and unload trucks, and relocate units through paint, assembly, and testing stations.

The role requires 3-4 years of heavy equipment driving experience, strict adherence to safety policies, and attention to detail. Typical hours are 7am-4pm with possible weekend work.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operate a 36,000 lb forklift.
• Load and unload trucks with units.
• Move units in and out of paint production.
• Move units in and out of assembly production.
• Move units on and off of testing stations.
• Move units around the yard.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Heavy equipment driving

Attention to detail

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

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