Heavy Equipment Operator – Industrial Manufacturing

Industrial Electric Manufacturing; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

IEM is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator at our San Antonio location to safely operate forklifts, telehandlers, and other material handling equipment, supporting manufacturing, warehouse and shipping operations. You will help move heavy electrical equipment and components to the right places on schedule.

The ideal candidate has experience with large loads, strong safety practices, and works closely with production and logistics teams to protect people, equipment, and products.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience operating heavy equipment in manufacturing or warehouse settings.
• Experience moving heavy/oversized loads with attention to safety.
• Ability to read load charts and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate assigned equipment safely and efficiently within manufacturing facilities, warehouses, and outdoor storage areas.
• Load and unload trucks and trailers, verifying load stability, placement, and equipment capacity before each move.
• Transport and position electrical enclosures, switchgear assemblies, raw materials, and other large or heavy items.
• Assess load weight, dimensions, center of gravity, travel routes, ground conditions, and overhead clearances before operating.
• Follow equipment load charts, manufacturer instructions, and established handling procedures.
• Coordinate with spotters, rigging personnel, production teams, and shipping and receiving personnel during complex moves.
• Use approved attachments and handling methods appropriate to the equipment and load.
• Complete pre-use inspections and document equipment condition, operating hours, and identified concerns.
• Stop operation and report unsafe conditions, equipment defects, incidents, and product damage promptly.
• Perform routine operator care, including cleaning and fluid checks, within training and authorization.
• Verify material identification and destination, and complete required movement or shipment documentation.
• Maintain organized staging areas, clear travel lanes, and clean workspaces in alignment with 5S practices.
• Support material flow improvements and other operations activities as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Load/Unload heavy items

Safety awareness

Communication

Job description

IEM is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator at our San Antonio location to safely operate forklifts, telehandlers, and other material handling equipment, supporting manufacturing, warehouse and shipping operations. You will help move heavy electrical equipment and components to the right places on schedule.

The ideal candidate has experience with large loads, strong safety practices, and works closely with production and logistics teams to protect people, equipment, and products.