Heavy Equipment Specialist II

U.S. Sugar; Clewiston (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Sugar is seeking an Equipment Specialist to operate swing cab telescopic cranes, hydraulic excavators, pay loaders and other heavy equipment. This role requires 2+ years of relevant experience, a valid NCCCO crane certification, and the ability to pass safety and aptitude tests.

The position is a day shift with periodic overtime, including nights, weekends, and rotating shifts. Candidates must read and speak English and pass pre-employment screenings.

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years verifiable full-time experience operating swing cab telescopic cranes (industrial setting), large excavator (>35 ton), and large pay loader (8yd).
• Must possess a valid NCCCO certification for swing cab telescopic cranes (TLL).
• Must pass company tests measuring basic skills, job skills, mechanical aptitude and related traits.
• Must be 18 years or older with a good work record and no disqualifying history.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English to understand instructions and ensure safety.
• Must be in good health and physically able to perform all job phases.
• New hires must pass a drug test and other pre-employment background screening and complete orientation.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently as directed by supervision.
• Conduct daily pre/post operation inspections and fill out checklists.
• Clean equipment and perform minor preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Meet production standards, minimize idle time, and assist in training other operators.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Crane operation

Excavator operation

Loader operation

Safety training

Job description

U.S. Sugar is one of the nation’s largest fully integrated producer of sugarcane, a leading provider of fresh vegetables and citrus products and a regional short line railroad operator. Headquartered in Clewiston, Florida the company farms more than 200,000 acres in Hendry, Glades, Martin and Palm Beach counties and employs approximately 3,000 people including many high skilled/wage jobs in automated environments. Produces 650,000 - 700,000 tons of cane sugar a year, providing nearly 8% of the nation’s sugar production. U.S. Sugar employs nearly 3,000 people including high skilled / high wage jobs in variety of automated environments.

Why U.S. Sugar?

Employees are our most valuable asset. When we succeed, our employees succeed. Many have an ownership stake in our privately held business through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As we grow, we hire new employees who are knowledgeable, energetic and committed to keeping us on the cutting-edge of our industry. We reward them with challenging work, opportunities to learn and grow, competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment where safety is our top priority.

Reporting to the Equipment Supervisor, this is a day shift position with periodic overtime requirements, including nights, weekends, holidays, and occasionally working rotating shift as needed. The Equipment Specialist will work independently, or in a team, to safely and efficiently operate Swing cab telescopic cranes, hydraulic excavators, pay loaders and other heavy equipment as needed.

Functions

• Abide by all Company policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Successfully participate in and complete all training sessions, safety classes, pre-shift meetings, and certifications related to the position.
• Operate multiple types of heavy equipment, in a safe and efficient manner, as directed by supervision.
• Conduct, daily, pre/post operation inspections of equipment and job site, fill out inspection check lists.
• Will be responsible for cleaning equipment, providing minor preventative maintenance and making minor repairs of various types of equipment.
• Perform all tasks in a safe and efficient manner, minimize idle time, meet production standards set by management, operate various types of equipment and/or vehicles in multiple departments, performing manual labor as needed, and assisting in training/mentoring of other operators.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 2 years of, verifiable, full time experience, operating swing cab telescopic cranes (in an industrial setting), large excavator (greater than 35 ton), and large pay loader (8yd capacity).
• Must have a valid NCCCO certification for swing cab telescopic cranes (TLL).
• Must have positive results from Company-designated tests designed to measure basic skills, job skills, mechanical aptitude and/or other interests, skills and characteristics.
• Must be 18 years of age or older and have a good work record and disciplinary history.
• Applicant must be able to read, write and speak the English language in order to comprehend instructions on the job and to ensure personal and co-worker safety on the work site.
• Applicant must be in good health and physically able to perform all phases of the work.
• New hires must pass a drug test and other pre-employment background screening, and successfully complete any required training or orientation course.

WORKING CONDITIONS

80% of the work environment is conducted while seated in an enclosed control cab operating heavy equipment outdoors in variable/extreme weather conditions, and using two hands and two feet simultaneously to operate controls. Required to regularly climb up and down ladders to access the control cab. Will routinely move material in a warehouse environment, and exposed to heights.

20% of the work environment is conducted while walking in an open outdoor environment on uneven ground, exposed to variable/extreme weather, moving machinery, insects and other wildlife, with reduced visibility due to blowing dust and particles. Will routinely move corrosive and other potentially hazardous materials using heavy equipment. Will regularly be required to perform manual labor, lift, carry, push and pull of up to 55 lbs. unassisted.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

United States Sugar Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.