Lead Heavy Equipment Operator – Wheel Loader & Skid Steer

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company; Mulga (AL); On-site; USD 55,104,000 - 77,146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Relocation/Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar Company, seeks an experienced heavy equipment operator in Mulga, AL. The role involves operating wheel loaders, skid steers, and forklifts to move railcars and scrap materials, while performing routine maintenance and daily inspections.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to lead coworkers on site while complying with safety and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Ability to lead other employees on a jobsite.

Responsibilities

• Operate wheel loader and/or tracked heavy equipment to move and process railcars and scrap materials.
• Operate skid steer or forklift to stage and palletize small parts.
• Load and unload materials for transport.
• Perform basic maintenance on equipment as needed.
• Complete daily inspection and record keeping of equipment.
• Lead other employees on duties and functions while on site.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Safety compliance

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar Company, seeks an experienced heavy equipment operator in Mulga, AL. The role involves operating wheel loaders, skid steers, and forklifts to move railcars and scrap materials, while performing routine maintenance and daily inspections.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to lead coworkers on site while complying with safety and regulatory requirements.