Heavy Equipment Operator

Sadoff • Lincoln, NE

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Come and work for a family-owned business, where people and culture matter! We are looking for a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team, in a Monday through Friday, first shift position. We pay weekly and have a great benefit package. The Heavy Equipment Operator safely transfers materials, loads and unloads trucks and rail cars as well as assists customers. Other responsibilities may include sorting materials. Skid steer experience is a must.

Requirements

• Skid steer experience is a must.
• Ability to interact professionally with customers.
• Knowledgeable about company’s products and services, and customer-related policies.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and, at time, stressful environment.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Works well independently and with others.
• Ability to work independently.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment with associates.
• Ability to act as a team player.
• Ability to solve problems as they arise.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to operate heavy machinery.
• Ability to complete safety awareness training.
• Ability to handle equipment and vehicles safely and sensibly.
• Ability to follow instructions from supervisors or senior maintenance workers.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Ability to handle materials and equipment in a responsible manner.
• Ability to listen, understand, and follow directions.
• Ability to work in a variety of roles.
• Basic computer skills.
• Thorough understanding of the product and/or process being inspected.
• Must be able to lift, carry and move up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Able to complete physically demanding work.
• Good hand-eye-foot coordination and sense of balance.
• Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, or crawl into awkward spaces.
• Must be able to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving the entire body. This will include climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, carrying, and stooping.
• Able to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery.
• Must be able to traverse facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, and carrying materials.
• Ability to perform repetitive movements over long periods of time.
• Prolonged periods of operating heavy machinery.
• Must be able to visually inspect machines.
• Excellent depth perception and reaction time.
• Visual acuity to follow hand signals, maintain logs, and inspect and maintain machinery.
• Must be able to see details at close range.
• Must be able to wear protective equipment for eye/ear.
• Dexterity and accuracy as needed to operate testing equipment or gauges.
• Manual dexterity as needed to operate a variety of machinery and equipment.
• Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.
• Ability to maintain single-task focus and situational awareness.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently handle the loading and unloading of various commodities by following proper procedures, utilizing appropriate equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety guidelines to prevent accidents or damage.
• Understand safety requirements on machine being operated, ensuring adherence to safety standards to minimize risks and maintain a safe working environment.
• Understand quality requirements for customer or material being loaded by ensuring that proper procedures and precautions are followed.
• Thoroughly and accurately complete inspection reports by documenting all relevant details, observations, and findings during the inspection process, providing a comprehensive record for analysis, documentation, and quality control purposes.
• Follow directions on load sheets carefully, complying with loading procedures, stacking guidelines, and other specific handing instructions.
• Follow all work instructions to ensure safety and smooth operation.
• Communicate with inspector on non-conforming loads, providing clear and detailed information regarding the issue, collaborating to determine appropriate actions, and seeking resolution or guidance to ensure compliance with quality standards and customer requirements.
• Safely transfers materials.
• Loads and unloads trucks and rail cars.
• Assists customers.
• Sorts materials.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off after 30 days
• Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401k with a company match
• Attendance Bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed