Mobile Equipment Operator - 3rd Shift

Are you interested in contributing to a company whose mission is to radically love and influence lives? As a Mobile Equipment Operator for Bell Lumber and Pole, you will play a pivotal role in the effectiveness of various of our Broken Bow, OK yard by safely handling raw materials and finished products in a dynamic outdoor environment. If you are looking for a change, apply today!

As a Mobile Equipment Operator, you’ll be responsible for the safe handling and movement of utility poles and materials across our site. You'll operate front-end loaders and related equipment, ensure loads are secure, and contribute to a clean, organized yard.

Full-Time | Hourly | Sun–Thurs on 3rd Shift 10:00PM - 6:00AM — With overtime as needed

$20.60/hour (after training) + $1.00 shift differential

As a Mobile Equipment Operator, you will:

- Operating heavy equipment to load and unload utility poles from trucks, trams, and railcars (Front-end Loaders, Knucklebooms, etc.)

- Performing pre- and post-trip inspections to ensure equipment safety and reliability

- Following work orders and loading poles with accuracy and attention to detail

- Maintaining equipment cleanliness, fueling, and reporting any issues

- Communicating clearly with yard staff, drivers, and supervisors

- Monitoring load balance and securing materials to prevent damage

- Adhering to safety standards and wearing appropriate PPE

- Assisting with general yard duties as needed

- Understand OSHA safety rules and work in compliance with the Bell Timber safety standards, policies, and procedures.

- Identify and report any and all unsafe working conditions.

- Ability to read and understand equipment startup procedures, operation procedures, shutdown procedures, and maintenance manuals.

- Perform all work in compliance with company standards and procedures.

Qualifications:

- High school diploma or equivalent required

- One-year technical certificate OR 3–6 months of related experience preferred

- Prior experience with heavy equipment operation and maintenance is strongly desired

- Physical ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and lift up to 50 lbs

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Benefits

- In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

- Health, dental, and vision insurance (with HRA and FSA)

- 401(k) with company match

- Short and long-term disability insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid holidays and generous paid time off

- Professional development opportunities

- Employee assistance and employee/community hardship programs

Bell Lumber & Pole is an equal opportunity employer.

Bell Lumber & Pole is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

This applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Bell makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Bell is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 651-203-2719 or send an e-mail to HRTeam@blpole.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

For additional details, you can read our EEO Policy.

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