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Example equipment operator requirements on a job description

Equipment operator requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in equipment operator job postings.
Sample equipment operator requirements
  • Proficiency in operating heavy equipment
  • Knowledge of safe equipment operation
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints
  • Valid driver's license
  • High school diploma or equivalent
Sample required equipment operator soft skills
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication abilities
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Attention to detail

Equipment operator job description example 1

O'Reilly Auto Parts equipment operator job description

Equipment Operator ($4,000 Sign on Bonus!) FULL-TIME
$22/hr, plus $4000 new hire bonus, see details below
O'Reilly is hiring an enthusiastic Equipment Operator with a win-win attitude, who thrives in a fast- paced environment! We are committed to maintaining a safe work environment by following our safety procedures. Your safe and efficient operation of the forklifts will help us ensure the right products get to the right place at the right time! We offer onsite interviews and same day hiring decisions. If you are dedicated and hardworking, this is the career opportunity for you! Explore our culture and come be a part of it.
What you will do:
- Operate a sit-down or standup forklift (often called a reach truck), order picker, cherry picker, or dock stocker to load, unload, sort and stage products into and out of the warehouse
- Match numbers quickly and accurately
- Take pride in delivering excellent customer service
- Thrive in a busy, fast-paced warehouse environment
- Work closely with others in a team environment
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Schedule


Shift start: 4:00AM or 3:00PM or 10:30PM
Shift length: 10 - 12 hours
Monday - Friday, or Saturday - Tuesday (10-12 HR Shifts)


Benefits


Health, dental, vision insurance - available after 30 days Paid time off 401(k) plan


Qualifications


Must pass drug screen (cannabis included) Must pass background check Can lift 50 lbs Must be at least 18+ years old
Forklift operation experience desired but not required. On-the-job training is offered!High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred but not required


$4000 new hire incentive


About O'Reilly Auto Parts


O Reilly Auto parts is one of the largest specialty retailers of automotive aftermarket parts, tools, supplies, equipment, and accessories in the United States serving both the professional service providers and do-it-yourself retail customers. Founded in Springfield, MO in 1957 by Charles Francis C.F. and Charles H. Chub O Reilly, the company now operates more than 5,000 stores in 47 states with 77,000-plus team members.The underlying spirit and philosophy of O Reilly, has been one of growth and progress, both for the company and its team members. This, as well as the company's strong culture, remain
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Equipment operator job description example 2

CVS Health equipment operator job description

Pay: $17 / hour Drive a Cherry Picker/Order Picker machine to pick cases of store merchandise or replenishment stock from warehouse racks. Use RF unit to locate specific rack locations and identify how many cases need to be picked. Consolidate cases on pallets as needed. Must be comfortable with heights, as well as occasional heavy lifting.
Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

Minimum: 17.00

Maximum: 17.00

Please keep in mind that this range represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual salary offer will take into account a wide range of factors, including location.

Required Qualifications

N/a

Preferred Qualifications

Warehouse Experience

Education

High School or equivalent required

Business Overview

Bring your heart to CVS Health Every one of us at CVS Health shares a single, clear purpose: Bringing our heart to every moment of your health. This purpose guides our commitment to deliver enhanced human-centric health care for a rapidly changing world. Anchored in our brand - with heart at its center - our purpose sends a personal message that how we deliver our services is just as important as what we deliver. Our Heart At Work Behaviors™ support this purpose. We want everyone who works at CVS Health to feel empowered by the role they play in transforming our culture and accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver solutions to make health care more personal, convenient and affordable. We strive to promote and sustain a culture of diversity, inclusion and belonging every day. CVS Health is an affirmative action employer, and is an equal opportunity employer, as are the physician-owned businesses for which CVS Health provides management services. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, promotion, or any other personnel action based on race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We proudly support and encourage people with military experience (active, veterans, reservists and National Guard) as well as military spouses to apply for CVS Health job opportunities.
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Equipment operator job description example 3

Office Depot equipment operator job description

$17.51/hr

An Equipment Operator is responsible for the daily distribution activities, productivity, and quality within the assigned area(s) of a distribution facility. This position is responsible for demonstrating safety, quality and productivity performance and operational expertise. This position will be required to proficiently perform at least one or more distribution-related activities (e.g. order filling, shipping, receiving) on a regular basis with 60% or more of work performed using a forklift or PIT.

1. Perform loading, unloading and/or picking of product and materials using powered lifting equipment to move product throughout the facility. May operate stock picker, sit down/stand up equipment, reach truck, etc.

2. Contribute to a safe work environment through continuous focus on housekeeping and safety.

3. Demonstrate a commitment to our company\u2019s core values.

4. Interact with supervisors, leads, and/or work groups with information exchanges related to immediate tasks.

5. Participate in the implementation and contribute ideas and suggestions for continuous improvements to the distribution process in a group setting.

6. Work in a fast-paced, metric-driven environment.

MDT-01 WS-01
Schedule

Shift start: 1:00AM or 6:00AM or 7:00AM or 10:00AM or 1:00PM or 3:00PM
Shift length: 0 hours
Full-time Monday-Friday, 5 - 8's, 4 - 10's, some weekends


Benefits
  • Health, dental, vision insurance - available after 30 days
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) plan

Qualifications
  • Must pass drug screen (cannabis included)
  • Must pass background check
  • Can lift 70 lbs
  • Must be at least 18+ years old
None

About Office Depot

The ODP Corporation is a leading provider of business services, products and digital workplace technology solutions to small, medium and enterprise businesses. ODP, operating through its direct and indirect subsidiaries, maintains a fully integrated B2B distribution platform of approximately 1,200 stores, online presence, and thousands of dedicated sales and technology service professionals, all supported by its world-class supply chain facilities and delivery operations.

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Updated March 14, 2024

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