Outdoor Pole Framer & Equipment Operator

Koppers Utility Services; Alabama; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Koppers Inc. in Kennedy, AL is seeking a hands-on general laborer to support pole production outdoors, with standard hours and overtime as needed. You will operate equipment safely, handle materials, and use tools such as drills, chainsaws, and a portable planer to prepare poles.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to work outdoors in all weather, and lift up to 100 pounds with assistance. Safety, Zero Harm and ISO 9001 quality compliance are emphasized.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Willingness to perform hands-on, physical production work.
• Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and wind.
• Must be able to lift 100 pounds with assistance from another person or lifting equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate all equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Handle material safely to prevent damage and breakage to product.
• Use various hand tools to position and prepare the poles.
• Use industrial drills and chainsaws.
• Cut flat surfaces on the poles using a portable planer.
• Brand customer information into the poles.
• Perform minor maintenance on tools and equipment to ensure proper performance.
• Place steel beams between layers of poles while loaded into a dry kiln.
• Complete various manual labor tasks.
• Follow all safety regulations and ISO 9001 quality requirements.

Skills

Physical ability

Outdoor work

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Koppers Inc. in Kennedy, AL is seeking a hands-on general laborer to support pole production outdoors, with standard hours and overtime as needed. You will operate equipment safely, handle materials, and use tools such as drills, chainsaws, and a portable planer to prepare poles.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to work outdoors in all weather, and lift up to 100 pounds with assistance. Safety, Zero Harm and ISO 9001 quality compliance are emphasized.