Mobile Equipment Operator

Arcosa Wind Towers, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of structural wind towers in North America. We focus on excellence, offering premier value to our customers.

Arcosa Wind Towers is looking for a Mobile Equipment Operator. As a Mobile Equipment Operator, you will operate mobile equipment such as lift trucks, overhead cranes, track mobiles/switch engines, and/or yard vehicles to move materials and products between workstations and/or receiving and storage locations.

Location: Newton, IA

What you’ll do:

• Maintain attendance within acceptable standards


• Operate a variety of mobile equipment to complete required tasks


• Ensure loading teams operate in compliance with all safety procedures associated with job tasks.


• Ensure all required equipment is inspected at the start of shift, and at each start-up that occurs during the shift. 


• Record all required data in a complete and accurate manner on daily inspection forms. 


• Complete Equipment Condition Report and report any necessary repairs to supervisor and/or management.


• Continuously monitor equipment to ensure it is always operationally ready to minimize downtime; perform basic troubleshooting, if necessary, and schedule more complicated mechanical issues with qualified Arcosa vendors to ensure equipment is repaired in the most efficient manner possible. 


• Review daily loading schedules to accurately estimate hour requirements for completion of job assignments; establish work procedures to meet loading schedules.


• Recommend measures to improve processes, equipment performance, and quality. 


• Suggest changes for equipment use, workspace, and other enhancements to increase facility, equipment, and work crew efficiency.


• Ensure that shop and outside area is clean, equipment and tools are stored at the completion of each shift.


• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

What you’ll need:

• To be a good steward of company resources and displays a sense of urgency in completion of assigned duties and tasks


• Valid certificate(s) of training and applicable licenses for operation of equipment, as required.


• One year of prior related experience in equipment operation.


• Ability to read, write, and speak English


• Ability to implement and follow through with the LEAN operating principles and processes.


• Handle all business matters ethically and in full compliance with company "Code of Conduct". 


• Excellent time management and organizational skills

Working Conditions:

• Work environment includes plant, warehouse, production and non-production areas and plant grounds.


• This position may require work/maintenance coverage beyond the normal hours, shift, and on weekends/holidays


• Ability to tolerate both high and low temperatures, loud noises typical of a manufacturing plant

Safety Activities:

• Be aware of and observe all safety practices. Including but not limited to- Safety glasses, safety boots, hearing protection, etc… as required


• Know and follow all safety rules and procedures.


• Participate in safety committees and initiatives as assigned.

As an important member of the team, you will be responsible for:

• Activating the potential of our people,


• Caring for our customers,


• Optimizing operations and


• Integrating sustainability into our daily practices as well as our long-term strategy and promote a results-driven culture that is aligned with long term value creation.

Safety Sensitive: Yes

Benefits:

• Health & Pharmacy


• Dental & Vision


• Critical Illness


• Flexible Spending Accounts


• Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance


• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance


• 401(k) W/Company Match


• Short-Term Disability


• Voluntary Long-Term Disability


• Employee Assistance Program