Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Overview

Broadwind Heavy Fabrications is growing! We are hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator Level I.

Level I Team Members must be certified and qualified in the use of certain equipment (Forklift, Telehandler, Manlift, and Skid Steer) and movement of materials both in the building and in the yard. This role is responsible for the movement of materials between functions, departments and locations within the Broadwind "campus".

• Move materials in and around the yard, buildings, or remote locations.
• Stack all materials neatly and in the correct location for all areas of facility.
• Pick up debris, garbage and scrap materials throughout facility when applicable.
• Manage accurate record-keeping related to movement of materials.
• Perform daily maintenance and inspection of required equipment referencing the daily personal maintenance sheet.
• Perform start up inspection at the beginning of each shift.
• Visually inspect, check and fill fluids, and check functions.
• Reports any equipment malfunctions or safety concerns.
• Clean equipment used as needed for shift hand‑off.
• Identify damaged and non‑compliant materials.
• Looks for ways to improve processes and apply Lean thinking.
• Adhere to safety requirements and standards.
• Cross‑train and support other material handling roles to which an individual is qualified.
• Models BWEN Core Values.

Level I Team Members must be certified and qualified in the use of certain equipment (Forklift, Telehandler, Manlift, and Skid Steer).