Equipment Operator

Equipment Operator

Kaiser Trucking is a LTL Trucking Company based in Santa Fe Springs, CA that specializes in hauling machines, equipment and all other types of freight. Kaiser Trucking is currently seeking a full time Equipment Operator.

The Equipment Operators schedule is normally a 2nd shift, 50 hour workweek, but flexibility will be required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Unloading/Loading freight on 48' trailers using forklifts rated up to 35K
• Assist in spotting, bracing, and blocking of freight
• Chaining and strapping freight to trailer
• Padding and tarping of freight
• Own the safe and efficient operation of all yard equipment
• Own the Equipment Operator documentation responsibilities

Equipment Operator must excel in operating equipment such as forklifts up to 35,000 lbs, skid loaders, yard dogs, tractors, backhoes, and scissor lifts, and all other equipment that the Company hauls and moves. Equipment Operator must follow all Company procedures and policies as well as identify opportunities to drive profitability.

Must be able to support an environment that creates the highest sense of urgency around serving our Driver Core. Support the training of new drivers and yard personnel. Assist with all yard operations or yard maintenance. Assist with control of Yard Inventory.

Requirements:

• Capable of safely operating a forklift with up to 35K capacity
• Previous rigging experience is beneficial
• Speak and Read English
• Able to Understand and follow verbal and written directions from supervisor and/or co-workers
• Self motivated and be able to work without direct supervision
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must have free movement of wrists, arms, and hands
• Must be able to work from heights; from ground level to possible heights of 20 feet
• Ability to lift and carry up to 130 pounds
• Ability to Push & Pull from moderate to maximum effort
• Ability to bend at waist and kneel while possibly lifting at the same time
• Ability to reach/twist in conjunction with pushing, pulling, climbing, kneeling, and bending Have adequate body balance to climb, bend, lift, and crawl onto, around and over cargo
• Good Hearing and vision -- Must pass a color vision test
• Required to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Offers of employment will be contingent on a background check and post-offer physical assessment.

This is a full-time, hourly non-exempt position and you must be available up to 50 hours per week and weekends based on business need. The Equipment Operator work shift normally starts at 4pm daily and ends based on business need. You must be comfortable working outside, year-round, in all weather conditions. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Personal Time Off, 401k, and more.