Command the Controls: Heavy Equipment Operator & Crane Apprentice Wanted!
Do you want to step away from basic manual labor and build a lucrative, skilled career running massive industrial machinery?
American Workforce Group has partnered with a premier raw material mill in
Clatskanie, OR to hire a full-time
Heavy Equipment Operator / Crane Apprentice. Secure a dependable Monday-Friday daytime routine, starting pay at $19/hr with massive built-in overtime, and an outstanding path to master heavy cranes and yard rigs!
Description for Heavy Equipment Operator:
- Learn to safely configure, calibrate, and operate high-capacity material handling cranes.
- Train to run a variety of heavy equipment (loaders, forklifts, etc.) to load and unload mill products.
- Stage raw material inventories seamlessly across active processing bays and shipping lanes.
- Execute routine pre-shift equipment safety logs and maintain extreme situational awareness.
- Perform general cleanup around the machinery areas to preserve a hazard-free facility layout.
Details for Heavy Equipment Operator:
- Pay Rate: $19.00 / hour to start.
- Schedule: Monday - Friday | 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM (10.5-hour shifts with great overtime pay).
- Location: Clatskanie, OR facility (Commute-friendly for Cowlitz County).
- Position Type: Full-Time, Temp-to-Hire.
Requirements for Heavy Equipment Operator:
- A strong mechanical aptitude and a driving willingness to master heavy machinery operations.
- Must possess absolute comfort working at elevated distances (no fear of heights).
- Comfortable handling physical labor and working inside a rugged, dusty heavy industrial setting.
- Ability to stand for long periods, follow instructions clearly, and lift up to 75 lbs cleanly.
- Exceptional history of daily attendance, prompt punctuality, and reliable personal transportation.
To apply:
Email: cowlitzjobs@americanworkforcegroup.com
Call: (360) 200-4900
Office Hours: Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Meet Your Recruiter
Hannah Scholler
About Clatskanie, OR
Ready to take your career to the next level? Explore our job opportunities in the quaint town of Clatskanie, Oregon. Nestled in the heart of Columbia County, Clatskanie offers a charming small-town atmosphere with abundant outdoor activities like hiking in the lush Clatsop State Forest or fishing along the Columbia River. Discover the local art scene at the Clatskanie Arts Commission or catch a show at the historic Birkenfeld Theatre. Indulge in delicious Pacific Northwest cuisine at the local eateries or take a stroll through the scenic Crown Zellerbach Trail. Consider Clatskanie for your next career move and embrace the unique culture and opportunities this hidden gem has to offer.
