Heavy Equipment Operator

Harvardintegrations; Tea (SD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company seeks skilled individuals for a position involving the operation of heavy equipment for loading and unloading freight. The role includes responsibilities in major on-site logistics, ensuring safety, and assisting with equipment handling. Candidates should have experience with forklifts and be detail-oriented, flexible with hours, and able to work independently.

Qualifications

• Experience operating standard and heavy load capacity forklifts preferred.
• General knowledge concerning operations of cranes, lifting, and rigging preferred.
• Flexibility with work hours, including extended hours and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload inbound or outbound freight and equipment using large lift trucks and cranes.
• Assist Manufacturing with logistic needs and ensure safe loading.
• Keep materials and work area organized and free from hazards.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Lifting and Rigging

Communication

Attention to Detail

Job description

Description

• Load and unload inbound or outbound freight and equipment such as Equipment Centers, Generator Enclosures, and Customer Supplied Equipment using appropriate large lift trucks, cranes and rigging equipment.
• Assist Manufacturing as necessary with major on-site logistic needs such as moving in process enclosures and CSE.
• Determine load weights and verify against equipment lifting capacities to prevent overload.
• Work closely with Shipping Lead and other staff to provide accurate details for each shipment.
• Prepare buildings for shipment by boarding openings, banding doors, and installing any additional equipment needed for proper and safe loading of building.
• Work closely with Heavy Haul Transportation providers to ensure secure shipments.
• Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
• Keep materials and work area clean, organized and free from clutter, or any potential safety hazards.
• Ensure all materials and equipment are organized, used and stored properly.
• Perform responsibilities of Material Handler position as needed.
• Complete projects or any other functions as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Experience operating standard and heavy load capacity forklifts for complex loads preferred.
• General knowledge concerning operations of cranes, lifting and rigging preferred.
• Good hand, arm, leg dexterity and coordination; ability to keep hands and arms steady while moving or holding equipment in position.
• Basic math skills and computer skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Flexibility with work hours, including extended hours, Saturdays, and Sundays as needed.
• Ability to maintain composure when faced with conflict.
• Ability to carefully judge distance accurately.
• Work effectively with details and numbers.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.