Cajun Industries is seeking a Light Equipment Operator for their Port Allen, Louisiana location, focusing on the operation of various heavy machinery in construction and plant settings. The role requires physical endurance, safety knowledge, and effective communication skills, with a strong emphasis on equipment maintenance and operational tasks
Job Summary
The Light Equipment Operator must have the ability and experience to operate hand-held mechanical devices used on project site.
Responsibilities include reading and interpreting load charts, performing daily inspections, and reporting malfunctioning equipment to supervisors.
The position requires working in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting while adhering to all safety hazards related to the work.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
Cajun Industries is seeking a Light Equipment Operator for their Port Allen, Louisiana location, focusing on the operation of various heavy machinery in construction and plant settings. The role requires physical endurance, safety knowledge, and effective communication skills, with a strong emphasis on equipment maintenance and operational tasks.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Ability to operate multiple heavy equipment types
Interpret load charts and hand signals
Perform daily equipment inspections
Work in plant operations or construction sites
Lift and carry up to 100 lbs occasionally
Climb steel framework and ladders safely
Nice-to-have
Detail-oriented observation skills
Effective communication with supervision
Ability to work at various tempos
Assist other craft workers as needed
Key Requirements
Must be able to drive cars, trucks, and forklifts
Physical ability to push/pull/lift up to 100 lbs
Hand/eye coordination and depth perception required