Heavy Equipment Operator - 2nd Shift

Stellar Energy Americas Inc; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellar Energy Americas Inc. is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator for the 2nd shift in our Jacksonville, FL facility. The role focuses on operating heavy machinery to move materials and support assembly within the production area.

Responsibilities include safety-first operation, daily log maintenance, and assisting with structural installation while adhering to OSHA and ISO standards. Occasional travel and weather challenges may occur as part of site tasks.

Qualifications

• 3+ Years’ related experience or training.
• Ability to perform accurate measurements and calculations.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• High School Diploma or GED

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of heavy equipment, including: Class 7 & Class 5 Forklifts, 36K Fork Truck, Carry Deck Crane, Gantry Crane, Combi Lift, and more.
• Safely transport, load, and unload construction materials across the job site.
• Assist with structural assembly, installation, and movement of components using appropriate lifting equipment.
• Maintain daily equipment logs and perform pre-operation inspections and safety walk-arounds.
• Identify and report mechanical issues or potential safety hazards immediately.
• Follow production schedules and meet deadlines.

Skills

Safety Awareness

Equipment Operation

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Reliability

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Heavy Equipment Operator - 2nd Shift

Full Time Manual Labor Jacksonville, FL, US

Position Type: Full-time, Non-Exempt, Hourly

Reports to: Logistics Superintendent/ Materials Manager

Supervisory Responsibility: None

Heavy Equipment Operator- 2nd Shift

Company Summary

Stellar Energy is a trusted provider of turnkey liquid-to-chip cooling solutions for the world’s leading data center and industrial manufacturing customers. As computing demand and industrial processes continue to grow, modern facilities require cooling infrastructure that can scale quickly, efficiently, and reliably.

Our modular approach enables high-volume production while maintaining the flexibility to customize each solution. From Central Utility Plants to Coolant Distribution Units, Stellar Energy delivers scalable cooling infrastructure designed to support the rapid expansion of data centers and mission-critical industrial operations.

Backed by deep engineering expertise and large-scale manufacturing capability, Stellar Energy helps customers deploy critical infrastructure faster and with confidence.

Summary Objective

In this role, you will operate a variety of heavy equipment to support material movement and structural assembly within our production facility. You will play a key part in keeping projects on schedule while ensuring safety and efficiency. Your responsibilities will include identifying and reporting any mechanical or safety issues, following all company safety protocols and OSHA regulations, and assisting with general labor tasks when not operating machinery. You’ll also help maintain production schedules and support the team in meeting project goals.

Essential Functions

• Operating a variety of heavy equipment, including:
  • Class 7 & Class 5 Forklifts
  • 36K Fork Truck
  • Carry Deck Crane
  • Gantry Crane
  • Combi Lift
  • Additional equipment as needed
• Safely transport, load, and unload construction materials across the job site.
• Assist with structural assembly, installation, and movement of components using appropriate lifting equipment.
• Maintain daily equipment logs and perform pre-operation inspections and safety walk-arounds.
• Ensure proper care, routine cleaning, and basic maintenance of assigned equipment.
• Identify and report mechanical issues or potential safety hazards immediately.
• Always comply with company safety policies and OSHA regulations.
• Perform ground labor tasks as needed when not operating equipment.
• Follow production schedules and execute tasks efficiently to meet deadlines.
• May be required to work in various weather conditions and challenging terrain.
• Perform additional duties and tasks as directed by supervisors.
• Prepares for ISO 9001 and other audits

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Safety Awareness
• Equipment Operation
• Attention to Detail
• Teamwork
• Reliability
• Problem Solving

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Work Location

This position will work out of our facilities in Jacksonville, FL. This position is not approved for telecommuting or working remotely.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is sometimes exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee must frequently lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. First shift days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 2nd shift hours of work are Monday through Friday, 3:00pm - 1:30am. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel

Anticipated up to 15% travel for this position. Some occasional local day travel may also be necessary. Occasional travel to customer job sites and conferences may be required.

Required Education and Experience.

• 3+ Years’ related experience or training
• Ability to perform accurate measurements and calculations.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Education and Experience

• 5+ Years’ related experience or training
• Reading and Interpreting Technical Documents
• Some vocational technical training

Work Authorization

Must be authorized to work in the USA.

Benefits Summary

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options; preventive care covered at 100% in-network)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
• 401(k) with company match (100% match up to 3% + 50% match up to 6%)
• Company-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage options
• Supplemental benefits including accident, critical illness, and hospital coverage
• Wellness programs, including incentives up to $300 annually and a no-cost weight management program
• Virtual healthcare options, including $0 virtual visits in many cases
• Additional voluntary benefits including legal services and pet insurance
• Competitive PTO plan for exempt and non-exempt employees

Stellar Energy Americas Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Stellar Energy Americas Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.