Operator III, Equipment

Progress Rail•Middletown, OH

About The Position

The Equipment Operator performs skilled or semi-skilled work involving the operation, servicing, and maintenance of heavy equipment. The role operates wheel loaders and/or tracked heavy equipment to move and process railcars and scrap materials, and may use skid steers or forklifts to stage and palletize small parts. It also involves loading and unloading materials, performing basic maintenance, communicating with team members and customers, and completing daily equipment inspections and records. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring compliance with safety procedures, policies, and personal protective equipment requirements. The employee works in all weather conditions and must be able to handle high-stress situations calmly and effectively.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience operating an excavator/track hoe or wheel loader.
Background experience safely operating heavy equipment.
Ability to inspect heavy equipment.
General maintenance knowledge of mobile track equipment.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
Ability to sit for most of the shift and kneel, squat, and climb steps as needed.
Ability to detect differences in sounds that vary in pitch and loudness and to see details at close range or at a distance.
Ability to work in all weather conditions.
Ability to accept criticism and deal calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
Ability to follow safety procedures, policies, and PPE requirements, including hand, head, eye, ear, and foot protection.

Nice To Haves

Heavy equipment certification.
Class A CDL; preferred but not required.
Railroad or industrial labor experience.

Responsibilities

Operate wheel loaders and/or tracked heavy equipment to move and process railcars and scrap materials.
Operate a skid steer or forklift to stage and palletize small parts.
Load and unload materials for transport.
Perform basic equipment maintenance as needed.
Communicate effectively with team members and customers.
Complete daily equipment inspections and record keeping.
Follow safety procedures, policies, and personal protective equipment requirements.

Benefits

Competitive salary.
401(k) plan with up to 6% company match, immediate vesting, and no waiting period.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
Supplemental accident, critical care, and hospital insurance.
HDHP and HSA with seed money.
Flexible spending accounts.
Paid vacation.
Paid holidays.
Paid time off (PTO).
Employee assistance plan.
Education assistance program.
Employee recognition programs.
Site-specific production and incentive plans.
Site-specific step and skill level wage adjustment plans.
Site-specific relocation and sign-on bonus programs.