Heavy Equipment Operator Security Clearance

Position: Heavy Equipment Operator with Security Clearance
Location: Fort Hood

Heavy Equipment Operator - U.S. Army Equipment Turn-In Site (Contractor) The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining material handling equipment (MHE) and construction-type machinery in support of Army equipment turn-in operations. This role involves the safe and efficient movement, loading, unloading, staging, and transportation of vehicles, materiel, and heavy cargo at a contractor-managed site. Operators ensure compliance with Army safety regulations, OSHA standards, and contract requirements while directly supporting property accountability and turn-in mission success.

Responsibilities Equipment Operation
* Operate heavy equipment such as forklifts (4K-10K, RTCH, ATLAS, Kalmar), loaders, cranes, and rough-terrain vehicles.

* Support equipment turn-in operations by moving vehicles, containers, and large materiel between staging, inspection, and storage areas.

* Load and unload trucks, trailers, and containers with Army equipment in compliance with Army and DOT securement standards.

* Assist with mass turn-in events, ensuring timely processing of large volumes of equipment.
Inspection & Maintenance
* Perform Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) on all assigned equipment before, during, and after use.

* Report deficiencies and coordinate repairs in accordance with Army Technical Manuals (TMs) and site procedures.

* Maintain operator logs, equipment inspection records, and usage reports.
Safety & Compliance
* Adhere to Army, OSHA, and company safety regulations during all operations.

* Ensure proper lifting, load balancing, and securement to prevent damage or injury.

* Safely handle hazardous and sensitive materiel in accordance with Army and environmental standards.
Documentation & Accountability Support
* Support supply and warehouse personnel in verifying documentation during movement of property (e.g., DA Form 1348-1A, DD Form 200).

* Update movement logs and records for audit readiness in compliance with ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System.

* Provide status updates to supervisors and the Transportation Coordinator on completed tasks.
Coordination & Team Support
* Work closely with Supply Technicians, Material Coordinators, and Truck Drivers to ensure smooth movement of equipment.

* Support staging operations for inspection, turn-in processing, and outbound shipments.

* Assist in developing and maintaining site SOPs for heavy equipment operations. Qualifications
* High school diploma or equivalent is preferred Licensing/Certification:
* Valid driver's license required.

* Army OF 346 equipment operator's license required (or ability to obtain).

* Forklift/MHE certification (preferred).

Experience:

* 2-4 years of experience operating heavy equipment (military or contractor environment preferred).

* Familiarity with Army equipment turn-in or Supply Support Activity (SSA) operations desirable.
Knowledge Requirements:
* Army safety and supply regulations: AR 710-2, AR 735-5, DA PAM 710-2-1.

* Army maintenance standards: AR 750-1, DA PAM 750-8.

* Operation and PMCS of forklifts, loaders, and rough-terrain MHE.

Skills:

* Proficiency in operating multiple types of heavy equipment.

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

* Strong focus on safety, attention to detail, and accountability.

* Ability to read and follow Army TMs and work orders.

* Good teamwork and communication skills in a high-volume environment.

* Must have a real  
* Must be able to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC)
* Must be able to obtain Tier1/ NACI (Public trust) background eligibility.
* Basic proficiency in the English language (reading and writing).
* Must be able to travel within the United States as required. This position requires travel up to 25% of the time.

* Must receive a favorable background check and drug testing results.
* Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:
* Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform routine standing, walking, bending, and reaching tasks in warehouse and field environments.
* Must also meet all physical requirements necessary to perform assigned duties, including working in…