Transportation Heavy Equipment Operator

General Purpose :

Executes packaging, shipping and transporting Turbine Blades / components and supports factory with all Heavy Equipment needs.

Operates various Heavy Equipment required to store, distribute materials, tools, equipment, and products within establishments

Responsibilities :

Operates all heavy equipment in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures;

safely performs standard and non-standard lifts on objects up to 9 tons and up to ’ in length in all types of lighting and weather conditions.

• Performs daily safety inspections on equipment and rigging and maintains inspection records
• Moves blades to and from production areas as needed; physically prepares blades for shipping including all documentation, loads blades on trains and truck for shipment, safely with no damage to equipment or product.

Directs blade transporters on correct blade transport interface configurations and procedures.

• Clears and removes snow from walkway, receiving / shipping yard;
• Drives company vehicle for errands and to transport stored items from warehouse to plant or to pick up items from several locations from racks, production floor or receiving.
• Reviews production schedule, customer order, work order, shipping order, or requisition to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
• Maintains inspection records, creates shipment manifests; maintains inventory records through use of smart phone / computer
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions :

• Able to safely operate all heavy equipment according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures
• Able to climb 8’ ladder
• Must be able to see and hear alarms, timers and follow verbal instructions
• Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions
• Must be able to wear the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the duration of the task
• Regular and reliable attendance
• Ability to lift lbs
• Ability to exert (push / pull) lbs

Education, Training, and Skills Required :

Prefer Certification in any of the following :

o Rigger level 1

o Heavy Equipment Operations

o Mobile Crane

o Rail / truck transport general knowledge

• Able to operate all heavy equipment according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures; (safely performs standard and non-standard lifts on objects up to 9 tons and up to ’ in length in all types of lighting and weather conditions)
• Valid state Drivers License required

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Required to regularly lift up to lbs. using proper lifting techniques consistently throughout the shift. Required to exert (push / pull) up to lbs.

of force occasionally throughout the shift. Required to climb ladders throughout shift using proper fall protection. Works with a 6-person team coordinating movements of Heavy equipment used to transport products to and from storage locations.

Rigs and lifts using cranes to place in transport frames / load onto rail / truck transports

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working oClears and removes snow from walkway, receiving / shipping yard.

Pay $.- $. Hr based on experience ($3. shift differential on nights)

DEIB Statement

At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion.

As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry".

Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.