Heavy Equipment Operator Lead

Amentum•El Paso, TX

1d•$27•Onsite

About The Position

Supervises and operates heavy equipment such as cranes, clamshells, power shovels, motor graders, heavy loaders, carryalls, bulldozers, rollers, scrapers, and large industrial tractors with pan or scrapper attachments. Supervises other Heavy Equipment Operators in the performance, repairs, and operation of heavy equipment. The Heavy Equipment Operator Lead supports supervisor with the mission, workload management and provide leadership to 20 employees. Operates equipment in a safe and effective manner to minimize risk of injury, property damage, or loss of life; equipment may include, but is not limited to, Fork-lift 10k or higher, RTCH (Kalmar) 50k, and various types of military equipment. Supports assigned missions operating Heavy Equipment: Material Handling Equipment support movements. Performs daily Preventive Maintenance Checks (PMCS) on equipment prior to operation and at completion of mission task assignment or at end of work shift. Inspect, clean, and perform operator level maintenance on equipment in accordance with standards. Closely interact with the customer for movement of materials and equipment. Perform daily safety checks to ensure equipment is in safe operating condition. Follow related safety regulations, contract requirements, company policies, and operating procedures Ensure equipment is properly utilized, maintained, and stored. Complete necessary documentation, reporting, and limited office duties. Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is required.
Minimum two years' experience as an Equipment Operator or completion of recognized apprenticeship program.
Valid state driver's license
Must be able to obtain license following on the job training, operating each type of equipment required to operate one of several types of heavy equipment such as 10K or 12K Forklift, 50 Ton Rough Terrain Container Handler, and a variety of Military Vehicles.
Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.
Able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
Passing a pre-employment drug screen and a government background check is required.
Must be available for any shift.
Willing to work weekends and other hours as needed.
Must be able to speak, read, write and understand English.

Nice To Haves

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS), 88H and/or 88M.
Prefer Heavy Equipment Operator training and certificate from a verifiable military or civilian field.
Class A Commercial Driver’s License

Responsibilities

Supports supervisor with the mission, workload management and provide leadership to 20 employees.
Operates equipment in a safe and effective manner to minimize risk of injury, property damage, or loss of life; equipment may include, but is not limited to, Fork-lift 10k or higher, RTCH (Kalmar) 50k, and various types of military equipment.
Supports assigned missions operating Heavy Equipment: Material Handling Equipment support movements.
Performs daily Preventive Maintenance Checks (PMCS) on equipment prior to operation and at completion of mission task assignment or at end of work shift.
Inspect, clean, and perform operator level maintenance on equipment in accordance with standards.
Closely interact with the customer for movement of materials and equipment.
Perform daily safety checks to ensure equipment is in safe operating condition.
Follow related safety regulations, contract requirements, company policies, and operating procedures
Ensure equipment is properly utilized, maintained, and stored.
Complete necessary documentation, reporting, and limited office duties.
Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested.