Heavy Equipment Operator — Safe Transport & Benefits

Gutchess Lumber Co., Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Gutchess Lumber Co., Inc. in New York is seeking a full-time Heavy Equipment Operator to transport materials around the yard and on company property.

The role requires operating several pieces of heavy equipment, maintaining safety and efficiency during loading/unloading and daily maintenance tasks. Responsibilities include ensuring secure handling of materials, adhering to safety protocols, climbing stairs as needed, and coordinating with the team to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• Licenses: None
• On-the-job training provided
• Ability to lift 25–100 lbs
• Capable of climbing stairs
• Must follow safety procedures

Responsibilities

• Operates a variety of heavy equipment used in transporting materials on company property
• Positions material to be transported in a safe and secure fashion prior to transport
• Maintains clear vision while transporting
• Unloads with controlled placement of materials
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment
• Conducts daily inspections for leaks or potential problems
• Participates in equipment maintenance as part of a team
• Observes area around work station to protect personnel and property
• Secures machine before leaving the cab
• Achieves and sustains production pace to meet goals
• Accurately logs grades and species of logs received

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Team player

Safety conscious

Physical stamina

Job description

Gutchess Lumber Co., Inc. in New York is seeking a full-time Heavy Equipment Operator to transport materials around the yard and on company property.

The role requires operating several pieces of heavy equipment, maintaining safety and efficiency during loading/unloading and daily maintenance tasks. Responsibilities include ensuring secure handling of materials, adhering to safety protocols, climbing stairs as needed, and coordinating with the team to meet production goals.