Light Equipment Operator

Central Gulf Industrial Alliance; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Brown & Root Industrial Services in Beaumont, Texas, seeks an experienced equipment operator to set up and operate production machinery, including cranes and related heavy equipment, following established guidelines. This role requires precise adjustments, adherence to safety protocols, and timely task execution.

You will load, transport, and position materials, perform basic maintenance, interpret hand signals, and comply with project rules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of safety and procedures within industrial environments.
• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment and cranes following guidelines.
• Adjust machine settings to meet specifications accurately and timely.
• Move levers to control diesel, electric, or steam-powered equipment.
• Interpret hand signals to position materials correctly.
• Assist with lifting and securing materials during installation.
• Perform routine maintenance or cleaning of tools and equipment.
• Observe safety and project rules at all times.

Skills

Crane operation

Load signaling interpretation

Safety compliance

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Crane equipment

Job description

SUMMARY

Operates various power-driven machinery used to move dirt or other materials. May operate all or some of the follow types of equipment: backhoe, bulldozer, crane, dragline, font-end loader, motor grader, cherry picker, dump truck, etc.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Sets up and operates production equipment in accordance with established guidelines and procedures.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks according to specification, accurately and in a timely manner.
- Move hand and foot levers to control diesel, electric, gasoline or steam-powered operating equipment.
- Interprets hand signals to determine where materials are to be placed.
- May be required to manipulate equipment on unlevel working surface.
- May assist in lifting, position and securing or materials and work pieces during installation.
- May be responsible for routine maintenance or repairs.
- Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS

- Observes load hook up and determines safety of load.
- Manipulates crane control to regulate speed and direction of crane and hoist movement according to written, verbal or signal instructions.
- Cleans and maintains crane and hoisting mechanism.
- Inspects crane for defective parts, documents and notifies the supervisor of the defects or malfunctions.
- Loads, transports, and unloads materials, tools, equipment and supplies.
- Performs minor maintenance or cleaning activities on tools and equipment.
- May be required to interpret load charts.

QUALIFICATIONS

May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Strength:
a. Standing 5%
Walking 5%
Sitting 90%

b. Lifting 10 lb.
Carrying 10 lb.
Pushing 50 ft-lb.
Pulling 50 ft-lb.

2. Climbing O
Balancing O

3. Stooping O
Kneeling O
Crouching O
Crawling O
Reaching C
Handling C
Fingering C

EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS

NP Not Present
O Occasionally (0-33%)
F Frequently (34-66%)
C Constantly (67-100%)

Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. BENEFITS: Brown and Root offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, and flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.