Heavy Equipment Operator - Forklifts & Precast Yard

DBO, LLC; Columbia (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

DBO, LLC is seeking a dependable Heavy Equipment Operator to join our precast concrete duct bank team. You will operate forklifts and other heavy equipment to move, load, unload, and transport precast products outdoors on our production yard.

The role requires comfort working in an industrial setting and reading load sheets with attention to safety. Experience with precast concrete or similar environments is preferred, and OSHA forklift certification is desirable or obtainable.

Qualifications

• Prior experience operating large forklifts and heavy equipment.
• Experience in precast concrete, construction, manufacturing, or industrial environments preferred.
• Ability to operate forklifts of varying capacities safely and efficiently.
• OSHA forklift certification preferred or ability to obtain certification.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations and load handling procedures.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical labor as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate varying sizes of forklifts, including large-capacity industrial and rough-terrain forklifts.
• Safely transport precast concrete duct banks, conduit sections, and related materials.
• Load and unload trucks, trailers, and production materials efficiently and safely.
• Assist with staging products for shipping, storage, and production.
• Conduct daily inspections of forklifts and heavy equipment to ensure proper operation and safety compliance.
• Perform routine maintenance checks and report mechanical issues immediately.
• Follow all OSHA, company, and site safety procedures.
• Work closely with production, shipping, and yard personnel to maintain workflow efficiency.
• Maintain organized storage areas and clean work environments.
• Assist with rigging, lifting, and securing oversized concrete products as needed.
• Read and interpret load sheets, shipping documents, and hand signals.
• Operate additional equipment such as loaders, skid steers, or cranes when qualified.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Physical stamina

Job description

DBO, LLC is seeking a dependable Heavy Equipment Operator to join our precast concrete duct bank team. You will operate forklifts and other heavy equipment to move, load, unload, and transport precast products outdoors on our production yard.

The role requires comfort working in an industrial setting and reading load sheets with attention to safety. Experience with precast concrete or similar environments is preferred, and OSHA forklift certification is desirable or obtainable.