Heavy Equipment Operator (Temporary)

KPRS Construction; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Koppers is seeking a reliable heavy equipment operator to handle treated cross ties, switch ties and bridge timbers in our Florence, SC site. You will perform daily maintenance, safety checks, and pre-operational inspections while adhering to all federal, state, and company safety rules.

You will work closely with teammates across shifts, ensuring efficient, safe operation of machinery. Requirements include at least 1 year operating heavy equipment, willingness to work 2nd or 3rd shift, ability

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience running heavy equipment.
• Open to working 2nd or 3rd shift.
• Ability to work overtime.
• Intermediate tablet/smart phone skills.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtractions)
• Experience working in small teams.
• Working weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment related to treated cross ties, switch ties and bridge timbers.
• Responsible for fueling, care, and maintenance of equipment, and compliance with safety laws.
• Operate all heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance to ensure smooth operation.
• Other construction related duties as required.
• Maintain equipment and notify supervisor of mechanical issues.
• Perform daily maintenance and safety checks.
• Conduct pre-operational checks and clean, lubricate and refill equipment.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for operating heavy equipment related to treated cross ties, switch ties and bridge timbers.
• Responsible for all fueling, care, and maintenance of their equipment, as well as compliance with all company, local, and Federal safety laws.
• Works closely with all employees from Laborers to management and has no supervisory responsibilities.
• Operate all heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance to ensure smooth operation of the equipment.
• Other construction related duties as required.
• Responsible for properly maintaining equipment and notifying supervisor of any mechanical issues that need to be addressed.
• Perform daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment.
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment, and clean, lubricate and refill the equipment as necessary.

Candidate Qualifications/ Requirements

• 1 year of experience running heavy equipment
• Open to working 2nd or 3rd shift
• Ability to work overtime
• Intermediate tablet/smart phone skills
• Basic math skills (addition, subtractions)
• Experience working in small teams
• Working weekends

Candidate Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Koppers Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category or characteristic protected by federal law, state, or local law.

Koppers, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is an integrated global provider of treated wood products, wood treatment chemicals and carbon compounds.

Its products and services are used in a variety of niche applications in a diverse range of end-markets, including the railroad, specialty chemical, utility, residential lumber, agriculture, aluminum, steel, rubber, and construction industries.

With more than 1,800 employees, it serves its customers through a comprehensive global manufacturing and distribution network, with facilities located in North America, South America, Australasia, China and Europe.

Koppers is also firmly committed to advancing a Zero Harm culture that places the care and protection of its people, environment and communities above all else. This focused approach empowers employees to ensure safe operations through a heightened awareness of process safety, product safety, environmental stewardship and security.

Koppers was established in December 1988 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and became a publicly-traded company listed on the New York Stock Exchange in 2006.

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