Equipment Operator

Equipment Operator

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Schedule: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Monday - Friday

Location: Onsite in Columbus, OH

Job Description

We are hiring a reliable and mechanically inclined Equipment Operator to operate production machinery and heavy equipment, assist with equipment maintenance, and perform general production duties.

The ideal candidate has experience operating forklifts, Bobcats, balers, skid steers, or similar equipment and can follow detailed instructions while maintaining a strong focus on safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate various machines and production equipment.
• Operate grapple buckets, skid steers, mini excavators, and related equipment.
• Operate baling equipment.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and report mechanical issues.
• Perform various production duties as assigned.
• Follow specific directions, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Rotate shifts as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Forklift and Bobcat operating experience required.
• Baler operation experience required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures.
• Ability to work assigned or rotating shifts.
• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Previous experience operating heavy equipment or production machinery preferred.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources.

Please note:

The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.

In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice () .

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce.

Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affinity Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly's Human Resource Knowledge Center.

Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.