Position Description

Operator will operate heavy equipment needed with bulk material handling such as a front-end loader, forklifts, sweeper, skid steer etc. Other duties as assigned.
This position is normally scheduled 3: 00 PM to 11: 00 PM and is primarily a night shift role. However, candidates must be flexible and willing to work daytime hours as business needs or operational demands require.

Position Requirements

Educational requirements:
(minimal requirements and any additional education or training that would helpful)
High school diploma or GED
Job requirements:
(specific experience, skills, knowledge, certifications, licenses, competencies, working conditions)
• Must have a good mechanical aptitude
• Prior experience operating heavy equipment such as front end loaders, forklifts, sweeper operation and conveyors
• Must have knowledge and experience with packaging and palletizing equipment; must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions majority of the time will be working outside
• The ability to work from written and verbal instructions
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisors(s), adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules, as well as take on other duties as assigned
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers
• Typical hours for the position are 3: 00pm to 11: 00pm with flexibility to work 1st shift, when needed
• Must be willing to work overtime, weekends and holidays as needed
• Maintain a regular, dependable attendance and high level of performance
• Positively interact with customers and respond to customer inquiries
• Basic computer skills (knowledge of MS Office, various operating systems, and other company software)
Physical requirements include but are not limited to:
• Able to lift as much as 50 lbs. as high as waist level
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs and raise your body weight as high as four feet
• Must not have a fear of water or heights
• The ability to swim is a plus
• Ability to take initiative and work with coworkers to accomplish defined goals in a fast-paced environment
• Successful completion of validated testing, background check and drug screen upon offer
Preferred experience, skills and knowledge:
(above the minimum requirements; not required, but advantageous in this position)
• CDL a plus but not required

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.