Utility Operator

Wilks Brothers, LLC; McIntyre (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation Package

Medical + Dental + Vision Coverage

401K + Company Match

Life Insurance + Long Term Disability Coverage – 100% Company Paid

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Wellness Check Program – Insurance Premium Discounts

Employee Referral Program

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Shift Differential

Job summary

Wilks Brothers, LLC is seeking a Utility Operator in McIntyre, Georgia. This role involves essential plant operations, including equipment handling, maintaining product quality, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, experience in an industrial setting, and the ability to work rotating shifts, including weekends. A competitive compensation package and benefits will be offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to work 12 hour rotating shifts including nights & weekends.
• Prior experience working in an industrial plant setting.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Work in various weather conditions including heat.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate material handling equipment.
• Perform clean-up and maintenance of the facility.
• Inspect the facility for safety compliance.
• Assist with production processes as needed.

Skills

Material handling equipment operation

Safety compliance

General maintenance

Heavy lifting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Loader

Skid steer

Forklift

Job description

Company Information

Carbo Ceramics, LLC is a leading technology and service company offering innovative solutions across various industries. We develop technologies that enhance oil and gas production from previously uneconomical reserves.

Vacancy location

2295 Wriley Rd. McIntyre, GA 31054

Position Summary

The Utility Operator plays a vital role in overall plant operations, providing support in equipment operation, clay handling, shipping, and screener room maintenance. This position ensures smooth workflow by assisting with production processes, material movement, and general facility upkeep.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate material handling equipment: Loader, skid steer, and forklift.
• Clean slurry filters, nozzles, fluidizer walls, etc., to maintain product quality, production rate, and generally clean work areas.
• Actively inspect all areas of plant facility for safety and regulatory concerns/compliance.
• Responsible for plant clean‑up, bagging, and shipping of finished product.
• Assist with plant production processes to optimize plant efficiency.
• Perform other related tasks when necessary.

Required Education, Experience, and Qualifications

• Must be able to work 12 hour rotating shifts including nights & weekends if the need arises.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Prior experience working in an industrial plant setting.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Work in all types of weather elements hot, cold, wet, dry and dusty (both indoors and outdoors).
• Work in temperatures in excess of 100 degrees.
• Safely climb stairs and ladders and frequently get on and off of mobile equipment.
• Work in confined spaces.
• Work with chemicals.
• Good hand to eye coordination.

Working Conditions

• Bending, lifting, climbing, pushing, pulling, kneeling, sitting stand, walk, kneel, stoop, squat, pull, push, climb, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, and see and standing (occasionally) for long periods of time.
• The essential duties of this position require moderate to heavy lifting and carrying.
• Prolonged periods of sitting on a forklift or other warehouse equipment.
• Exposure to moderate noise levels, vibrations, and bright lights; and exposure to dust, fumes, and gases; and all climate types including hot and cold temperatures, humidity, rain, snow, etc.
• Able to wear common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, breathing protection, and hard hats when needed.
• Able to work under stressful conditions at times.
• React quickly using hands, fingers, or feet.
• Must be able to move and lift to 40-pound wooden skid or pallet.
• Ability to travel throughout facility as required to conduct safety inspections.
• Must be able to comprehend and follow written and oral instructions.
• Must be able to complete tasks even with frequent interruptions.
• Must be able to use discretion and independent judgment as needed.
• Must be able to speak clearly on the phone and to fellow workers.
• Competitive Compensation Package
• Medical + Dental + Vision Coverage
• 401K + Company Match
• Life Insurance + Long Term Disability Coverage – 100% Company Paid
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Check Program – Insurance Premium Discounts
• EAP Resources
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Referral Program
• Shift Differential

This job description should not be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities or as an employment agreement between the employer and the employee. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification and are subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. Any essential functions of this position will be evaluated as necessary should an employee/applicant be unable to perform the functions or requirements due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the employee/applicant when possible.

I acknowledge that I have read and understand the description of this position and have had the opportunity to ask my supervisor about any points I did not understand. I hereby state that I can perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

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