Heavy Equipment Operator: Move & Load Electrical Gear

Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM); San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

IEM is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator at our San Antonio location. The role safely operates forklifts, telehandlers, and other material handling equipment to move, position, load, and unload heavy electrical equipment and materials.

You will support manufacturing, warehouse, shipping, and yard operations to ensure on-time delivery and safe handling. The ideal candidate has experience with large, heavy, or oversized loads and works closely with production and logistics teams to protect

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience operating heavy equipment in manufacturing or similar settings.
• Experience moving heavy, oversized, or irregular loads.
• Ability to interpret load charts and safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and reliable attendance.
• Able to work independently and coordinate with production teams.

Responsibilities

• Operate assigned equipment safely and efficiently within manufacturing facilities, warehouses, and outdoor storage areas.
• Load and unload trucks and trailers, verifying load stability and capacity before moves.
• Transport and position electrical enclosures, switchgear assemblies, raw materials, and other large items.
• Assess load weight, dimensions, center of gravity, routes, and clearances before operating.
• Coordinate with spotters, rigging personnel, and shipping during complex moves.
• Complete pre-use inspections and document equipment condition and hours.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Manufacturing environment

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent work

Tools

Inventory systems

Scanners

Job description

IEM is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator at our San Antonio location. The role safely operates forklifts, telehandlers, and other material handling equipment to move, position, load, and unload heavy electrical equipment and materials.

You will support manufacturing, warehouse, shipping, and yard operations to ensure on-time delivery and safe handling. The ideal candidate has experience with large, heavy, or oversized loads and works closely with production and logistics teams to protect