Heavy Equipment Operator (Transportation) - Colorado Springs, CO

MSCCN; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

MSCCN is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to support on-site missions at Fort Carson. The role involves loading, unloading, transporting and repositioning military equipment and cargo using heavy machinery and forklifts, with adherence to safety rules and PPE requirements.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the lead or Transportation Manager, performing pre-trip inspections, and maintaining accurate movement records.

Qualifications

• Must have one-year experience operating commercial vehicles.
• Knowledge of safety rules and PPE requirements.
• Familiar with basic vehicle maintenance and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Update Heavy Equipment Lead/Transportation Manager on missions and equipment status.
• Unload/load vehicles from carriers promptly to avoid detention charges.
• Record turn-in vehicles per standard operating procedures (SOP).
• Verify materials against receiving documents and store materials per plan.
• Prepare vehicles for operation via pre-trip inspections.
• Operate non-tactical and tactical military equipment as required.
• Transport Government property to storage, maintenance, and disposal locations.
• Comply with installation and Fort Carson rules; wear seatbelts and PPE.
• Maintain mileage, tonnage, and movement records for reports.
• Perform warehouse duties as assigned and assist with maintenance.

Skills

CDL Class A

Truck experience

Safety compliance

Job description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience,

Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Job Description

The Heavy Equipment Operator operates heavy equipment such as RT 240 Kalmar or RTCHs, forklifts, tractor/trailers and various types of military equipment/vehicles. Equipment is used to load/unload, transport or relocate military equipment/vehicles/cargo for/from multiple forms of transport (i.e. rail, truck/trailer, etc.). Heavy Equipment Operator may read and interpret grade and slope signs, may grease, adjust and make emergency repairs to equipment.

Responsibilities

• Keeps the Heavy Equipment operator lead and/or Transportation Manager updated on missions and equipment status, etc.
• Unloads vehicles and equipment from commercial carriers in a timely manner so as to avoid detention charges. Loads and unloads conveyances with or without helpers, and moves freight by forklift, handcart, or other manual equipment.
• Receives turn-in vehicles from customer units in accordance with wheeled and tracked vehicle turn-in instructions IAW External SOP.
• May perform a variety of warehousing duties which require an understanding of the establishment's storage plan. Work involves most of the following: Verifying materials (or merchandise) against receiving documents, noting and reporting discrepancies and obvious damages; routing materials to prescribed storage locations; storing, stacking, or palletizing materials in accordance with prescribed storage methods; rearranging and taking inventory of stored materials; examining stored materials and reporting deterioration and damage; removing material from storage and preparing it for shipment.
• Unloads and stores vehicles, containers and equipment marked for units when the unit is not available to receive the equipment due to training, deployment, or other operational reasons. (Unloading at the railhead may include removing chains and dunnage before vehicle/equipment can be moved.).
• Prepares vehicles for operation by performing pre-trip inspections that include, but are not limited to, battery hookup, fueling, unmasking exhausts, air intakes and glass areas, checking for proper fluid and fluid levels and tire pressure.
• May operate Non-tactical and Tactical military equipment: Commercial vehicles less than 2 ½ Ton; Tactical vehicle 5 Ton and larger or transport of hazardous material Tracked vehicles; Forklifts, Rough Terrain Container Handler (RTCH), or other Material Handling Equipment (MHE). May grease, adjust and make emergency repairs to equipment.
• Operates vehicles for the purpose of transporting Government property to storage locations, maintenance facilities, DLA-DS, reclamation, and disposal areas.
• Conforms to all installation and State rules and regulations and ensures that seatbelts are worn in vehicles so equipped and use PPE as required.
• Maintains mileage, tonnage, and movement records as input to weekly and monthly activity reports.
• Performs warehouse worker duties as directed by the supervisor.
• Performs preventive maintenance in accordance with vehicle requirements and established procedures.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Qualifications

Education: No specific educational requirements.

Must be knowledgeable of local and Fort Carson driving laws and safety rules.

Experience: Must have one-year experience in operating commercial vehicles is required to drive a 5-Ton or larger equipment /vehicles with hazardous material.

Experience operating the RT 240 Kalmar/ RTCH’s and 36K forklift.

Knowledge in warehouse storage operations a plus.

Must possess and continuously maintain a current State of Colorado Driver’s License prior to start date or by 30 days after employment.

Must be US Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) to obtain a CAC. Must receive favorable results for a background check, drug testing and motor vehicle report results.

MATERIAL & EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED:

Non-tactical and Tactical military equipment: commercial vehicle less than 2 ½ Ton; Tactical vehicle 5 Ton and larger for transport of hazardous material Tracked vehicles; Forklifts, Rough Terrain Container Handler (RTCH) and other Material Handling Equipment (MHE).

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

Work is generally conducted in an outdoor or warehouse environment.

Duties may involve the conduct of work in outside areas with a potential exposure to extreme climatic conditions ( Hot, Cold, Wind, Rain) etc.:

Work may require lifting up to 50 lbs.; stooping; climbing; prolonged standing; prolonged sitting.

Employee’s use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required in certain areas.

Such PPE includes but is not limited to cold weather gear, head, foot, hand, torso, respiratory, vision and hearing protective devices.

May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty including nights, weekends and/or holidays.

Must comply with published Company work rules and regulations as well as Ft. Carson regulations.

FREEDOM TO ACT: Reports to the Heavy Equipment Lead and/or The Transportation Manager and functions under his/her direction.

Desired Qualifications:

Class A CDL and a current Medical Certification.

Pay Range

$30.17

Health & Welfare

$5.09

Benefits

SCA - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Vacation, holiday and sick Leave offered will be as defined under the DOL's Wage Determination.