Equipment Operator

Job Details

Location:

Port Lavaca, TX 77979

• Operate and maintain various types of industrial equipment, including liquid & pneumatic vacuum trucks.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
• Load and unload materials, ensuring proper handling and storage.
• Follow safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
• Collaborate with team members to complete tasks efficiently and meet production targets.
• Document equipment usage, maintenance activities, and any issues encountered.
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and coordinate repairs as needed.
• Adhere to company policies and regulatory requirements.

• Proficiency in operating industrial equipment such as liquid & pneumatic vacuum trucks.
• Strong understanding of safety protocols and procedures in an industrial setting.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting on equipment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Physical stamina and the ability to lift heavy objects.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and reporting purposes.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid certification or license (CDL) to operate industrial equipment (e.g., liquid & pneumatic vacuum trucks).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience operating industrial equipment in a similar setting.
• Knowledge of industrial safety standards and regulations.

• Tools, equipment, machinery used:
  Vacuum Truck equipment.
• Working conditions:
  
  Will be exposed to all weather conditions; work on various structures and surfaces both at ground and elevated levels up to and possibly exceeding 150 ft.; work in confined spaces; work a 12-hour shift with 30-minute lunch breaks; if requested, work overtime and respond to emergency callouts whenever they occur; workdays, nights, and weekends; travel to customers and other Miller sites as needed.
• Physical effort required:
  Handling tools, materials, and equipment weighing up to 150 lbs.; ability to lift up to 50 lbs.; must be able to sit, stand, walk, crawl, bend, squat, and kneel; must be capable of climbing towers, vessels, and tanks.