Heavy Equipment Operator

Overview

Join the largest manufacturer of tile and natural stone in the United States and watch your career stand out with Dal‑Tile, a subsidiary of Mohawk Industries. Our close‑knit team of dedicated professionals has made us the success we are today. In exchange for their hard work, we support our people with a family‑friendly work environment, a commitment to promoting from within, unique benefits that go beyond just medical and dental, and a belief that every employee deserves a productive life outside of work.

Operates a variety of pieces of equipment to transfer material to waste dumps or product stockpiles. Performs pre‑operational inspections on mobile equipment in compliance with standard operating procedures and government regulations. Maintains equipment in a clean and orderly fashion. Understands safe operating procedures for a variety of pieces of equipment. Communicates mechanical problems in a clear and timely manner with mechanics and management as needed.

Performs minor adjustments and lubrication within competency level. Understands and adheres to travel and loading patterns as trained. Operates equipment in a manner that promotes efficiency and care of equipment. Completes reports and keeps records as required by supervision. Keeps area safe, clean, and organized. Promotes and adheres to all safety and health policies of the mine. Completes all required training, including ergonomic, safety, health and environmental.

Identifies and adjusts workstation arrangement, work practices, and workflow to reduce risk factors. Reports issues to supervisor/manager when unable to control risk factor/s. Reports symptoms of injury/illness and concerns when first noted. Participates in incident investigation. Uses ergonomic equipment provided. Demonstrates safe work practices. Performs other related duties as required.

1‑year previous experience preferred. High school diploma or equivalent experience. Good oral and written communications skills. Good record‑keeping skills. Good listening skills. Accurate measurement capability. Ability to understand and speak basic English is a plus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee may sit, climb, balance, talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this position includes close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

We offer competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, career opportunities, and an environment of creativity and growth. Examples include:
Company Match on 401(k), Employee Purchase Discount, and Tuition Reimbursement.

Dal‑Tile is a proud supporter of our U.S. military, veterans and their families – Thank You for Your Service! Active military, transitioning service members and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Mohawk Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran committed to an inclusive workplace and a proud Drugs Don’t Work participant.

Job Type Manufacturing

Req 93078