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Watco Companies L.L.C. Heavy Equipment Operator - Decatur River Port, AL in AL, United States

Hourly pay rate: $19.00 - $20.00 Depending on Experience

Schedule: 6:30 am - 3:00 pm. Need to be available for overtime and on weekends as needed

Location Information

  • Located on the Tennessee River, the Decatur River Port features 212,500 sq. ft. of warehouse space. This Alabama facility primarily handles bulk and breakbulk commodities and is rail-served by Norfolk Southern.

  • Additional Site Information: https://www.watco.com/service/terminals/decatur-riverport-al/

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the safe operation of all equipment required in this position.

  • Perform routine inspections and maintenance checks on equipment.

  • Regularly communicate via 2-way radio with Supervisors, Team Members and customers.

  • Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

  • Follow written Dual verification procedures on all material movements.

  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

    Qualifications

  • High school education or general education (GED)

  • Must be 18 years or older

  • 1 or more year(s) related experience preferred but not required

  • Applicant must pass the General SOP testing, and Heavy Equipment function test along with Team Member demonstration checklist.

  • Must be able to pass and or obtain all reporting, testing, and certifications as required for this position.

    Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

  • Learn from directions, observations, and mistakes and apply procedures using good judgment.

  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team and interact appropriately with others.

  • Ability to work in all types of weather.

  • Ability to work the scheduled shifts required for the position and/ or overtime as needed.

  • Maintain regular, dependable attendance and a high level of performance.

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