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Entry Level Wheel Loader Operator Jobs in Alabama

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Loader Operator

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$15.50 - $20.75/hr

Equipment operated may include wheel loader, car crusher, skid loader, forklift etc... * Check fluids each day equipment is used and lubricate equipment at recommended intervals. Communicate any ...

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Loader Operator

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$15.50 - $20.75/hr

Equipment operated may include wheel loader, car crusher, skid loader, forklift etc... * Check fluids each day equipment is used and lubricate equipment at recommended intervals. Communicate any ...

TMS International

Hot Loader Operator

Axis, AL · On-site

$16.25 - $21.75/hr

Experience in operating Caterpillar or Komatsu wheel loaders. * Ability to work rotating 12 hr. shifts Nights and Weekends included. * Ability to work with Hot material such as slag and steel safely.

opta

Production Operator I

Birmingham, AL

$15.75 - $19/hr

Operate a wheel loader * Operate a compact track loader/skid steer * Maintain a clean and safe working environment * Comply with all safety and operating procedures * Assist with maintenance of plant ...

RB Global Inc.

Loader Operator I

Bessemer, AL · On-site

$20/hr

The Loader Operator I is responsible for operating heavy equipment and trucks, setting up equipment for auction in yards and helping customers during and after auctions. Responsibilities

Pilgrim's

Live Haul Loader/Operator

Guntersville, AL · On-site

$14 - $18.25/hr

LOADER OPERATOR JOB REQUIREMENTS: * ABILITY TO OPERATE FORKLIFT * ABILITY TO SIT FOR EXTENDED ... ABLILITY TO PULL HANDLE FOR 5TH WHEEL RELEASE * ABLILITY TO CLIMB IN AND OUT OF TRACTOR

JBS Imports

Live Haul Loader/Operator

Guntersville, AL · On-site

$14 - $18.25/hr

LOADER OPERATOR JOB REQUIREMENTS: * ABILITY TO OPERATE FORKLIFT * ABILITY TO SIT FOR EXTENDED ... ABLILITY TO PULL HANDLE FOR 5TH WHEEL RELEASE * ABLILITY TO CLIMB IN AND OUT OF TRACTOR

Pilgrim's

Live Haul Loader/Operator

Guntersville, AL

$14 - $18.25/hr

LOADER OPERATOR JOB REQUIREMENTS: * ABILITY TO OPERATE FORKLIFT * ABILITY TO SIT FOR EXTENDED ... ABLILITY TO PULL HANDLE FOR 5TH WHEEL RELEASE * ABLILITY TO CLIMB IN AND OUT OF TRACTOR

Pilgrim's

Live Haul Loader/Operator

Guntersville, AL · On-site

$14 - $18.25/hr

LOADER OPERATOR JOB REQUIREMENTS: * ABILITY TO OPERATE FORKLIFT * ABILITY TO SIT FOR EXTENDED ... ABLILITY TO PULL HANDLE FOR 5TH WHEEL RELEASE * ABLILITY TO CLIMB IN AND OUT OF TRACTOR

Pilgrim's

Live Haul Loader/Operator

Guntersville, AL

$14 - $18.25/hr

LOADER OPERATOR JOB REQUIREMENTS: * ABILITY TO OPERATE FORKLIFT * ABILITY TO SIT FOR EXTENDED ... ABLILITY TO PULL HANDLE FOR 5TH WHEEL RELEASE * ABLILITY TO CLIMB IN AND OUT OF TRACTOR

JBS Imports

Live Haul Loader/Operator

Guntersville, AL · On-site

$14 - $18.25/hr

LOADER OPERATOR JOB REQUIREMENTS: * ABILITY TO OPERATE FORKLIFT * ABILITY TO SIT FOR EXTENDED ... ABLILITY TO PULL HANDLE FOR 5TH WHEEL RELEASE * ABLILITY TO CLIMB IN AND OUT OF TRACTOR

Opta Group LLC

Production Operator I

Irondale, AL · On-site

$19 - $21/hr

Operate a wheel loader * Operate a compact track loader/skid steer * Maintain a clean and safe working environment * Comply with all safety and operating procedures * Assist with maintenance of plant ...

Opta Group LP

Production Operator I

Irondale, AL · On-site

$19 - $21/hr

Operate a wheel loader * Operate a compact track loader/skid steer * Maintain a clean and safe working environment * Comply with all safety and operating procedures * Assist with maintenance of plant ...

GHD Group

Heavy Equipment Operator

Decatur, AL · On-site

GHD's Construction group has several openings for entry level Equipment Operators to operate various types of heavy equipment (i.e. tracked excavator, dozer, wheel loader, etc.) associated with ...

GHD

Heavy Equipment Operator

Decatur, AL · On-site

GHD's Construction group has several openings for entry level Equipment Operators to operate various types of heavy equipment (i.e. tracked excavator, dozer, wheel loader, etc.) associated with ...

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What is the difference between Entry Level Wheel Loader Operator vs Equipment Operator?

AspectEntry Level Wheel Loader OperatorEquipment Operator
CertificationsOSHA safety training, equipment-specific certificationsOSHA safety training, equipment-specific certifications
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, mining, material handlingConstruction, industrial, mining, and transportation settings
Job DutiesOperate wheel loaders for loading, moving materialsOperate various heavy machinery including loaders, excavators

Both roles require safety certifications and involve working in construction or industrial environments. The main difference is that an Entry Level Wheel Loader Operator specializes in operating wheel loaders specifically, while an Equipment Operator may handle a variety of heavy machinery. The choice depends on the specific equipment and tasks involved in the job.

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Loader Operator

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Huntsville, AL • On-site

$15.50 - $20.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Description:

Operate equipment in a safe and responsible manner to move salvage vehicles through all phases of the operation, maintain facility grounds. Help ensure compliance with all federal, state and local regulations. Support dismantle and yard operations. Use scan gun and tablet/phone to update inventory system on location of vehicles. Help ensure fulfillment of daily work orders. Communicate written and verbally with management and other team members. Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Essential Job Duties

  • Perform preoperational inspections to ensure equipment is safe for work.
  • Operate equipment in a safe and courteous manner in work area with pedestrians and other vehicle traffic. Equipment operated may include wheel loader, car crusher, skid loader, forklift etc...
  • Check fluids each day equipment is used and lubricate equipment at recommended intervals. Communicate any findings and equipment hours to management.
  • Prioritize and plan work load to prevent delays to operations.
  • Use long and short auto salvage forks on wheel loader to unload car haulers and stage upcoming cars for inventory, dismantle and cuts.
  • Use bucket to remove snow, spread stone and maintain grounds such as access roads, water drainage, vehicle holding areas and salvage yard.
  • Assist with regulation compliance and quality assurance of dismantled vehicles before unloading from bay and placing in the salvage yard.
  • Load Processing rack with unprocessed cars. Process and crush vehicles that have reached their useful life and load onto scrap haulers for final disposal.
  • Assist with safety and regulation compliance for facility in general. Maintain location accuracy and integrity of vehicles placed in the yard.
  • Perform tasks assigned by dispatch which may include: location checks, part checks, part pulls etc. Communicate delays and problems promptly with management and affected coworkers.
  • Assume other duties as assigned.
Requirements:

Education & Experience

  • 1+ years of experience.
  • Must have heavy equipment operations experience and some automotive background.
  • Must possess basic technology competence (scan gun, tablet/phone applications).
  • Must have good oral and written communication skills.
  • Must possess the ability to stay calm, cool and collected in a high pressure fast paced work environment.
  • Must work well with others.

Preferred Requirements

  • High School Diploma/GED.
  • Previous heavy equipment operating, some computer skills, general maintenance and understanding of mechanical equipment.
  • Understanding of automotive components and disassembly.
  • Experience in rigging/lifting operations a plus.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • Basic computer skills
  • Basic messages communicated orally. May write brief messages and keep simple records.
  • Problems encountered are routine, somewhat repetitive and generally solved by following clear directions and procedures.
  • Decisions generally affect own job or assigned functional area.
  • Results are defined; sets personal own goals and determines how to achieve results with few or no guidelines to follow; supervisor/manager provides broad guidance and overall direction.
  • Handle multiple tasks or projects simultaneously with moderate complexity.

Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, reach, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit for extended periods of time.
  • The employee may be exposed to hazardous situations, conditions, and equipment. May regularly wear personal protective equipment (PPE). May be exposed to extreme temperatures and high noise levels.
  • Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.


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