What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator 1 position at Idaho Forest Group?
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Ability to sit and/or stand for shift, reach with hands and arms, stoop, squat, bend at the waist, kneel, walk varying distance, and climb stairs.
Must be able to tolerate all weather elements, loud conditions, airborne particles (sawdust).
Idaho Forest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, family medical history, or any other status protected by law.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Operate heavy equipment, such as loaders, forklifts, and skidders, to transport lumber and raw materials within the sawmill.
- Inspect machinery and perform routine maintenance to ensure safe and efficient operation.
- Follow safety protocols and guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Communicate with supervisors and coworkers to coordinate tasks and prioritize work.
- Monitor equipment performance and report any issues or malfunctions.
- Adhere to production schedules and meet quality standards for lumber products.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area, including equipment storage areas.
- Other duties as needed.
- HS Diploma or GED
- Experience operating heavy equipment in an industrial or manufacturing setting, preferably in a sawmill or lumber yard.
- Valid driver’s license
- Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures related to heavy equipment operation.
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test, post-offer pre-employment physical, and background check.
Ability to sit and/or stand for shift, reach with hands and arms, stoop, squat, bend at the waist, kneel, walk varying distance, and climb stairs.
- Bend at waist – frequent
- Twist upper body – frequent
- Stoop – occasional
- Lift above waist height – frequent depending on machine center
- Lift over 50 lbs. – frequent depending on machine center
- Repetitive use of hands – constant
- Stand/walk – constant
- Sit – occasional
- Vision – near and far correctable; depth perception
- Hearing – preferred for awareness of surrounding machinery, mobile equipment, emergencies
Must be able to tolerate all weather elements, loud conditions, airborne particles (sawdust).
Idaho Forest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, family medical history, or any other status protected by law.