Position Summary:

The Heavy Equipment Operator operates equipment in a safe and effective manner to minimize risk of injury, property damage, or loss of life; equipment may include, but is not limited to, Fork-lift 10k or higher, RTCH(Kalmar) 50k, Crane 80k, K-Loader 25k, Lantis 33k, Stair Truck, Belt Loader.

• Supports assigned missions operating Heavy Equipment; Air, Rail, and Line Haul support movements.
• Performs daily Preventive Maintenance Checks (PMCS) on equipment prior to operation and at completion of mission task assignment or at end of work shift.
• Be able to support additional Unit Movement Branch tasks as directed.
• High school graduate or equivalent is desirable.
• Minimum of 1 year work experience operating heavy equipment required.
• Must be able to obtain license following on the job training, operating each type of equipment required to operate one of several types of heavy equipment such as 10K or 12K Forklift, 50 Ton Rough Terrain Container Handler, 40 Ton Crane, Halverson Loader, and Lantis Loader.
• Able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Available to work different shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Inspect, clean, and perform operator level maintenance on equipment in accordance with standards
• Closely interact with the customer for movement of materials and equipment
• Perform daily safety checks to ensure equipment is in safe operating condition
• Follow related safety regulations, contract requirements, company policies, and operating procedures
• Ensure equipment is properly utilized, maintained, and stored
• Complete necessary documentation, reporting, and limited office duties
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 18 years of age
• Valid state CDL with air brake certification
• Must be a US Citizen or US permanent resident for more than 3 years in order to obtain NACI and CAC Card eligibility.
• Must be prepared to observe and practice all safety, security, and health requirements as per Technica policies and standards.
• Required to observe all safety and health requirements for office environment.
• Must have a neat and professional appearance.
• Ability to perform job duties efficiently and effectively during a flexible scheduled work week.
• Must be able to work in extreme environment conditions including dust, high, and low temperatures.
• Must be able to endure long hours, exposure to various weather conditions.
• Knowledge of equipment safety, maintenance, and storage
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to speak, read, and write English fluently in order to understand equipment load charts and coordinate movement to standard of project
• Maintain effective working relationships with other people
• Additional knowledge/skills may be required by assignment
• Prefer Heavy Equipment Operator-Brakeman training and certificate from a verifiable military or civilian field.

**Veterans, Military Spouses, Women, Minorities and Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.**

• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screening and background checks related to the position.