Equipment Operator; Loudon, TN - Austin Industrial

Equipment Operator (Loudon, TN) - Austin Industrial

Austin Industrial delivers premier maintenance, construction, and soft craft services to leading industrial companies across the U.S. An industry leader for more than 60 years, we offer single‑source solutions to our customers in the oil, gas, chemical, food, agriculture, power, and manufacturing industries. Our team of employee‑owners, equipped with innovative technology and optimized procedures, helps owners optimize safety, productivity, profit margins, and cost‑efficiency.

This is a full‑time job opportunity working a 12‑hour night shift, 3 on/3 off. There is no per diem and no relocation assistance.

• Operate front‑end loader and skid steer
• Load and unload materials from trucks, trailers, or containers
• Use RF scanners to track inventory movement
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations for safe equipment operation
• Build and stack materials according to specifications
• Perform general warehouse duties including heavy lifting and materials handling
• Other duties as assigned

• Proven experience in heavy equipment operation, particularly forklifts and pallet jacks
• Familiarity with RF scanners for inventory tracking
• Ability to operate order pickers and other warehouse machinery
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations for safe workplace practices
• Capable of heavy lifting and physical labor in a fast‑paced environment
• Must be able to perform work wearing personal protective equipment (e.g., rain gear, chemical protective clothing, supplied air and air purifying respirators, safety harness, sand blast hoods, fire‑resistant coveralls, hard hat, ear plugs, safety glasses)
• Must have full range of mobility in upper and lower body, able to reach overhead, work in various positions, including stooping, standing, bending, etc.

Education:

No minimum requirements.

Experience:

Preferred 3+ years in an industrial setting.

Must pass pre‑employment physical and background check, as a condition of employment.

12‑hour night shift; 3 on, 3 off.

We offer medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, and a matching 401(k) plan. We are a 100% Employee‑Owned Company (ESOP).

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Austin Industrial does not sponsor visas for this position.

Austin Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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