Equipment Operator

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operates heavy machinery to move materials around a work site.

• Comply with all company safety policies, standards, and procedures as guideline for operating and maintaining equipment machinery as set by Gold Medal Environmental and OSHA.

• Operates equipment in compliance with the company operating safety policies and procedures.

• Conducts routine equipment inspections and preventative maintenance on equipment; maintains accurate records.

• Moves and positions raw materials and finished components with use of material moving equipment.

• Ability to work various hours and flexible shifts when needed.

• Helps maintain cleanliness of facility and maintenance areas.

• Ability to follow instructions and work with limited supervision.

• Performs other duties as assigned by Management, such as traffic control, janitorial duties of trailer and office, picking up and disposing of garbage and overall outside facility maintenance cleanup, miscellaneous tasks and/or other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Extensive knowledge of heavy machinery operation and capabilities.

• Ability to follow instructions.

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Vocational school training or apprenticeship preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The normal setting for this position is operating equipment/machinery and as such, this work is performed outdoors, with exposure in all seasonal weather conditions, including heat, snow, cold, rain, and wind.

• Safety is of the utmost importance as incumbent is required to enter and exit the vehicle frequently.

• Incumbent is frequently exposed to noise, vibration, dirt, dust, grease, and foul odors.

• The work requires mandatory use of personal protective equipment (including gloves, high visibility vests and uniforms).

• Exposure to moving heavy trucks while working outside in highly congested areas.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: