Heavy Equipment Operator - Onsite Training & Career Growth

Watco Transloading LLC; New Johnsonville (TN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Paid on-the-job training with peerers

Leadership and development programs

Job summary

Watco Transloading LLC in New Johnsonville, TN is seeking an Equipment Operator to safely operate a range of heavy equipment to support daily transloading and site operations. The role requires working outdoors and following safety procedures to ensure smooth site performance.

Pay is $21.00 per hour with an 8-hour day shift, Monday through Friday. Candidates should have 2–3 years of equipment operation experience and pass classroom and field evaluations to verify competency.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience operating equipment is preferred.
• Must show competency in operating the equipment by passing classroom and field evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of heavy equipment to support daily transloading and site operations.
• Transfer bulk materials between trucks, railcars, vessels, barges and storage areas following safety procedures.
• Perform pre- and post-use inspections; report maintenance or safety issues to leadership and safety team.
• Participate in daily safety and job briefings, focusing on safety and teamwork.
• Follow written and verbal instructions to complete tasks efficiently and meet schedules.
• Work outdoors in varying weather, maintaining a clean and safe work area around the equipment.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Watco Transloading LLC in New Johnsonville, TN is seeking an Equipment Operator to safely operate a range of heavy equipment to support daily transloading and site operations. The role requires working outdoors and following safety procedures to ensure smooth site performance.

Pay is $21.00 per hour with an 8-hour day shift, Monday through Friday. Candidates should have 2–3 years of equipment operation experience and pass classroom and field evaluations to verify competency.