Heavy Equipment Operator - Arabi

POSITION TITLE:  Equipment Operator                                                                                                                                                                                                                        

POSITION SUMMARY: At his/ her assigned location, the Equipment Operator will operate and maintain assigned equipment.  The operator will move and transport various cargos on land, in barges, in ships and other areas that may be considered confined.  This individual will also assist with decking and other labor responsibilities when not operating equipment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for the safe operation of assigned equipment (track hoe, front-end wheel loader, bobcat, dozer, manlift, etc.) in areas such as ship and barge hold, crane and barge deck, and dock areas while navigating around other equipment and personnel. Moves cargoes to desired location for transloading.
• Ensures the maintenance of all assigned equipment including performing pre-job inspections and periodic maintenance. This includes but is not limited to the replacement/inspection of all fluids, filters, fuels, and greasing systems.
• Acts as signal man for other equipment operators and crane operators
• Perform all required deckhand duties
• Complete daily inspection reports and forwards to maintenance as needed
• Report ALL incidents through company’s reporting protocol
• Support company safety initiatives
• Demonstration of knowledge of all required competencies
• Perform other duties as required

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• At least 2 years of heavy equipment experience in a maritime/ stevedoring environment preferred.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school or equivalent (preferred)

SKILL/ KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience in a similar position in an industrial setting (preferred)
• Working Experience in the stevedoring industry (preferred)
• Ability to safely operate assigned equipment
• Ability to operate heavy equipment within a confined space
• Thorough knowledge of rig operation and maintenance programs
• Thorough knowledge of personnel safety programs
• Proficiency in equipment and deck operations
• Be physically fit to perform all essential physical demands of this job safely
• Demonstrated safe work practices, history, and leadership ability
• Advocate of team concept
• Commitment to customer service
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
• Must comply with all operational directives and company policies

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Incumbent will work in all weather conditions ranging from warm/hot-cool/cold as well as occasional rain. Will work at different elevations, noise levels will be moderate-high. Job site will contain light to heavy equipment vehicles, small to large equipment, materials, communication equipment, and tools.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical nature of the work will vary from day to day based on operational needs; however the job will require the incumbent to be able to perform: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, typing, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motion. The incumbent will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to: Hard Hat, eyewear, safety vests, gloves, masks/ respirators (when necessary) and steel-toe boots.

Very Heavy Work: Exerting in excess of 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/ or in excess of 50 lbs. frequently, and/ or in excess of 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.

CERTIFICATIONS/ LISCENSURES

• TWIC (Required)

• Must pass pre-employment drug tests and random drug screens
• Equipment operator certifications