Heavy Equipment Operator
Core
Operate forklifts, telehandlers, and material handling equipment to move, position, load, and unload heavy electrical equipment and components within manufacturing, warehouse, and yard environments.
Role type
Heavy Equipment Operator
Builds
Material flow and logistics for electrical distribution manufacturing
Domain
Manufacturing / Industrial Logistics
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Heavy equipment operation, load stability assessment, equipment inspection, safety compliance, coordination with rigging/production teams, documentation
Preferred skills
Switchgear/electrical equipment handling, high-capacity forklift/telehandler experience, rigging practices, inventory system usage
Technologies
Forklifts, Telehandlers, Material handling equipment
Responsibilities
Operate assigned equipment safely; Load and unload trucks verifying stability; Transport and position large electrical assemblies; Assess load weight, dimensions, and ground conditions; Complete pre-use inspections and maintenance; Coordinate with spotters and production teams; Maintain organized staging areas and clear travel lanes.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC