Skid Steer Operator

Express Employment Professionals is hiring a dependable and experienced Skid steer operator/ Production Associate for a year-round, long-term opportunity.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience operating a Bobcat, skid steer, or similar equipment and be comfortable working independently in a warehouse/plant environment.

• Operate a Bobcat/skid steer, or similar compact equipment safely and efficiently
• Load, move, and position materials as needed
• Maneuver equipment safely around buildings, trucks, and other equipment
• Perform routine equipment inspections and identify basic maintenance or safety concerns
• Follow all company safety procedures and equipment operating guidelines
• Assist with warehouse and plant operations as needed
• Work extended hours when required, particularly during harvest and loading-out periods

• Previous hands-on experience operating a Bobcat, skid steer, or similar equipment
• Must be confident and comfortable operating equipment safely
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance
• Ability to work flexible hours based on plant needs and weather
• No formal Bobcat certification required; proven operating experience is required

Starting at $20+/hour DOE.

Pay will be based on experience, skill level, and overall ability. Candidates with strong Bobcat operating experience may qualify for a higher starting wage.

Typical Winter

Schedule:


Monday–Friday, approximately 6:00 AM–2:30 PM

There may be times when 12-hour shifts are required, particularly during loading out.

Loading out occurs when the plant needs potato product and trucks need to be loaded. These needs can arise unexpectedly, including during or after snowstorms or when the plant calls for product.

Employees must be flexible and willing to work extended shifts when loading out is required.

Candidates starting during harvest season should be prepared for long days and extended hours until harvest is complete
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After harvest, the position will transition to the typical year-round schedule, with occasional extended shifts based on loading-out and plant needs.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has solid Bobcat/skid-steer operating experience
• Is dependable and willing to work when needed
• Is comfortable working long days during harvest and loading-out periods
• Understands that schedules may vary based on plant needs and weather
• Is looking for a stable, year-round opportunity
• Wants a long-term position with the potential for continued employment

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