Equipment Operator​/Maintenance Technician - Waterloo, IA

Equipment Operator / Maintenance Technician

Job Location:

Waterloo, IA Facility-Waterloo-50703 Office

Location:

Onsite

Employment Type:

Hourly Job Type: Full Time

Starting Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour, DOE

Schedule:

6:45 A.M.

- 3:30 P.M., Monday - Friday

Location:

638 North Elk Run Rd, Waterloo, IA

The Equipment Operator / Maintenance Technician is responsible for safely operating a variety of heavy equipment to support daily transloading and site operations. The Equipment Operator / Maintenance Technician work both independently and collaboratively in outdoor environments under varying conditions to ensure smooth and reliable site performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Able to obtain qualifications and show competencies in the equipment type that they will be required to operate
• Transfer bulk materials and other cargo between trucks, railcars, vessels, barges, and storage areas in accordance with proper procedures and safety standards
• Conduct equipment inspections before and after use; report or address any maintenance or safety concerns promptly with leadership and safety team
• Participate in daily safety and job briefings, maintaining a strong focus on safety, environmental protection, and teamwork
• Follow written and verbal instructions to complete tasks efficiently and meet operational schedules
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions while maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work area this includes but is not limited to the cab of their equipment and surrounding work area

Qualifications:

• Minimal of 2-3 years of experience operating equipment is strongly preferred
• Must show competency level and understanding with the type of equipment they are selected to operate by passing both classroom and field evaluation with satisfactory marks
• Must show familiarity with various cargo types and understand the hazards associated with them in regard to equipment, cargo, and pedestrian safety
• Valid Drivers license
• Past credentials for associated equipment are preferred but not required
• Education:
  
  Must be 18 years of age or older with High School or GED equivalent