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Fervo Energy

Shift Operator

Milford, UT

$16.75 - $22/hr

Shift Operators will report to the Plant Manager ... This position requires working a rotating shift schedule , including nights, weekends, holidays ...

ACT AEROSPACE

Machine Operator Weekends

Gunnison, UT · On-site

$15.50 - $18.50/hr

ABOUT ACT Aerospace ACT Aerospace specializes in the design and production of composite products supporting commercial and military aerospace programs. As a primary job provider in rural Utah, ACTA ...

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How much do weekend operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend operator in Utah is $18.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.53 and $20.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Weekend Operator position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Operator, you need strong operational skills, attention to detail, and prior experience in facility, manufacturing, or machinery operations, often requiring a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with control systems, safety protocols, and specific industry certifications such as forklift operation or OSHA training may be necessary. Excellent time management, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication make candidates stand out in this role. These skills are crucial to ensure efficient, safe, and reliable operations during weekend shifts when staffing and supervisory resources may be limited.

What is a Weekend Operator job?

A Weekend Operator is responsible for overseeing operations during weekends, ensuring that equipment, processes, or services run smoothly. Duties may include monitoring machinery, troubleshooting issues, maintaining production schedules, or handling customer inquiries, depending on the industry. This role is common in manufacturing, customer support, and facilities management. Weekend Operators are essential for maintaining business continuity outside standard work hours.

What does a typical weekend work schedule look like for a Weekend Operator, and how is teamwork managed during non-standard hours?

Weekend Operators typically work during weekend shifts, which may include day, evening, or overnight hours depending on the facility’s operational needs. While teams may be smaller on weekends, collaboration remains essential, often involving close coordination with other operators, supervisors, and sometimes remote support staff. Operators are expected to be proactive in communicating equipment status and promptly addressing any issues that arise. This environment fosters independence as well as teamwork, and employers often provide structured handoff procedures to ensure smooth transitions between shifts.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Operator job openings in Utah as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, and 24% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $38,515 per year, or $18.5 per hour.
Forklift Operator (TPO-Weekend Day shift)

Forklift Operator (TPO-Weekend Day shift)

Carlisle Corporation

Tooele, UT

$16 - $18.75/hr

Other

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Forklift Operator

Location: Tooele, Utah

Shift: Thurs-Sat 6:30 AM-7:00 PM, subject to change based on business need

Job Summary

Forklift Operators support the shipping department with the movement of materials and products, including taking part in warehouse organizing and finished goods inspection, taking product off the production line and putting it away in designated locations in the warehouse, loading and unloading customer trucks.

Standard work week 40 hours a week with occasional overtime, no travel required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Perform pre-shift forklift inspections on forklift.
  • Record preventative maintenance activities, quality inspection data, equipment downtime, production output and other key metrics, performing mathematical calculations as needed.
  • Safely operate a propane sit-down forklift to move raw materials or finished products throughout the manufacturing floor, which includes, but is not limited to, keeping production line clear and running and keeping product and raw materials properly stored.
  • Visually inspect material for quality defects; Segregate defective product and notify supervisor.
  • Fill dumpsters from production floor; Housekeeping of plant (inside and out).
  • Work as a team with production and shipping team to follow all facility Standard Works/processes and improve operations.
  • Support the recycling area, when needed, and help to keep it organized.
  • Fill in on other areas of the plant (e.g., Machine Operator) as required.
  • Assists forklift operator II as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Highly motivated with a good, sound work ethic.
  • Prior experience operating a propane sit-down forklift or other mobile equipment (Powered Industrial Trucks).
  • Must demonstrate safe working practices and possess great attention to detail.
  • Ability to follow CWT's policies, procedures, and processes.
  • Good communication, organization, and time management skills.
  • Basic computer, mathematics, and problem-solving skills; ability to use a calculator.
  • Ability to use measuring devices (gauges, tapes, rulers).
  • Team player able to follow instructions from both management and peers.
  • Ability to learn and operate new equipment.

Education and Experience:

  • Required:
    • High School Diploma or GED is Preferred
    • Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
    • Prior experience in a manufacturing setting preferred.

Working Conditions:

  • Fast paced manufacturing environment where workers are exposed to both ambient/outside temperatures and dust; working with mechanical parts and pinch points; exposure to increased noise levels.
  • Hours worked: 8-10 hours/shift, varies on shift schedule and business volume.
  • Flexible to the possibility of overtime and weekend hours when required.
  • Heavy, stationary machinery on manufacturing floor.
  • Radio, Calculator, Measuring Devices
  • Hand tools
  • Computer (Shop Floor and ERP)

Physical Requirements:

OCCASIONALLY - FREQUENTLY - CONTINUOUSLY

(0-30%) - (31-60%) - (61-100%)

LIFTING OR CARRYING

1-10 LBS - X

11-20 LBS - X

21-40 LBS - X

41-50 LBS - X

51 OR MORE LBS

PUSHING OR PULLING:

1-40 LBS - X

41-50 LBS - X

51 OR MORE LBS

BENDING OR STOOPING - X

REACHING ABOVE SHOULDER LEVEL - X

DRIVING AUTOMATIC EQUIP. VEHICLES - X

OPERATE MACHINERY OR POWER TOOLS - X

CLIMBING (LADDERS, STAIRS, ETC.) - X

WALKING - X

STANDING - X

SITTING - X

WORKING IN EXTREME TEMPERATURES - X

REPETATIVE MOTION INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: WRISTS, HANDS AND/OR FINGERS) - X

VISION - X

HEARING - X

DEXTERITY - X

HAND EYE COORDINATION - X

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Used:

  • Eye and hearing protection is required at all times on the production floor.
  • Safety toe shoes (steel/composite)
  • Hi-Vis Vests
  • Other PPE as defined by management within assigned department.

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