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Heavy Equipment Operator

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Job DescriptionJob Description

We are seeking skilled

Heavy Equipment Operators

to support shipyard operations in the Hampton Roads area. The ideal candidate will have proven experience with

30K and 60K forklifts, cranes, and other heavy-duty equipment . Candidates with

DBIDS access

or who are

eligible to obtain DBIDS credentials

will be given priority consideration.

Responsibilities:

Operate

heavy-duty forklifts (30K & 60K) , cranes, and related equipment to safely move large ship components, steel, and materials.

Support loading/unloading of vessels, barges, and yard staging areas.

Conduct pre-operation inspections and maintain equipment to safety and performance standards.

Follow all

OSHA, shipyard, and company safety policies

during operation.

Assist with material handling, rigging, and logistics within the shipyard.

Work collaboratively with riggers, welders, and supervisors to meet project deadlines.

Accurately document equipment usage, inspections, and maintenance needs.

Qualifications:

Experience operating heavy equipment

in industrial, shipyard, or construction environments.

DBIDS card holders

strongly . Must be eligible for

DBIDS access

(clean background, ability to pass security check).

Proficiency with

30K & 60K forklifts

required. Crane experience is a plus.

Ability to work in a

shipyard/marine environment

(outdoors, various weather conditions, noisy areas).

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Strong commitment to

safety, teamwork, and reliability .

:

OSHA safety certifications (10/30).

NCCER or equivalent trade certification.

Experience in

shipbuilding, ship repair, or maritime logistics .

Company DescriptionSince 1992, Tidewater Staffing, Inc. (TSI) has been providing unrivaled workforce solutions for our clients in the ship repair, warehousing, and light industrial/manufacturing industries. Through the years, we’ve dedicated ourselves to solving staffing challenges efficiently, economically, and with integrity by embodying our mission statement: “Put people to work. Do the right thing every day.”Company DescriptionSince 1992, Tidewater Staffing, Inc. (TSI) has been providing unrivaled workforce solutions for our clients in the ship repair, warehousing, and light industrial/manufacturing industries. Through the years, we’ve dedicated ourselves to solving staffing challenges efficiently, economically, and with integrity by embodying our mission statement: “Put people to work. Do the right thing every day.”