Safety-Focused Coal Terminal Equipment Operator

Express Employment International (US); Calvert City (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment International (US) seeks a reliable Labor/Equipment Operator to manage coal transfer at a 24/7 terminal. You will operate dozers, loaders, skid steers, and backhoes to unload trains, load barges, and support deckhand tasks.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, hands-on heavy equipment experience, and a valid driver’s license. Safety and teamwork are essential in this physically demanding role.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Must have mobile equipment experience (dozers, loaders, skid steers, backhoe).
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to empty trains and load barges.
• Perform deck hand work and general maintenance.
• Maintain cleanliness of operations areas and grounds.
• Participate in safety programs and company trainings.

Skills

Safety mindset

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Dozer

Front end Loader

Skid Steer

Backhoe

Job description

Express Employment International (US) seeks a reliable Labor/Equipment Operator to manage coal transfer at a 24/7 terminal. You will operate dozers, loaders, skid steers, and backhoes to unload trains, load barges, and support deckhand tasks.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, hands-on heavy equipment experience, and a valid driver’s license. Safety and teamwork are essential in this physically demanding role.