What are the responsibilities and job description for the Yard Equipment Operator/Foreman position at Great Lakes Dredge & Dock?
The Opportunity :
We are currently hiring a certified and experienced Equipment Operator / Foreman to manage material handling and yard organization effectively. This role is essential for maintaining an efficient, safe, and orderly yard environment. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with site administrators and the yard manager. This is a full-time temporary position. At least 50 hours per week, with more overtime if needed. The estimated duration will be 12 to 18 months.
About the Company :
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation is the largest provider of dredging services in the United States. In addition, Great Lakes is fully engaged in expanding its core business into the rapidly developing offshore wind energy industry. The Company has a long history of performing significant international projects. The Company employs experienced civil, ocean and mechanical engineering staff in its estimating, production and project management functions. In its over 133-year history, the Company has never failed to complete a marine project. Great Lakes owns and operates the largest and most diverse fleet in the U.S. dredging industry, comprised of approximately 200 specialized vessels. Great Lakes has a disciplined training program for engineers that ensures experienced-based performance as they advance through Company operations. The Company's Incident-and Injury-Free® (IIF®) safety management program is integrated into all aspects of the Company's culture. The Company's commitment to the IIF® culture promotes a work environment where employee safety is paramount.
Key Responsibilities :
- Material Handling : Safely unload trucks and transport materials to designated yard areas.
- Documentation : Take photos of packing lists and send them to site administrators for accurate record-keeping and system receiving.
- Labeling & Tagging : Name and color-tag palletized items to ensure easy identification and tracking.
- Staging : Organize and stage materials in designated yard locations for efficient storage and retrieval.
- Inventory Management : Monitor inventory levels, particularly water pallets, and report low stock to site administrators.
- Equipment Maintenance : Perform daily inspections of the forklift to confirm it is in safe operating condition.
- Fueling : Refuel the forklift and on-site light plants as required.
- Yard Upkeep : Maintain a clean, organized yard by picking up debris and ensuring workspace order.
- Waste Management : Notify site administrators when trash dumpsters reach capacity and need to be emptied.
Qualifications :
Benefits :
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast-feeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability (including medical condition), military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, or other status protected by law or regulation.
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