Heavy Equipment Operator

Date Posted: 2/10/2026


Job Snapshot

Employee Type:
Contract To Perm
Location:
O Fallon, MO
Job Type:
Engineering
Date Posted:
2/10/2026

Job Description

Crown Staffing is now hiring a full time Heavy Equipment Operator in St. O’Fallon, MO!
Monday-Friday | 7:00am- 3:30pm | $19-21/Hr

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Operate heavy equipment, including wheel loaders, to move, load, and stage raw materials, steel plate, pallets, and finished products in a safe and efficient manner.

  • Manipulate equipment controls (pedals, levers, joysticks, and switches) to regulate speed, direction, and material handling according to written, verbal, or signal instructions.

  • Perform daily pre-shift and post-shift inspections of wheel loaders and other mobile equipment; identify defects, report malfunctions to supervision, and complete required inspection and shift reports.

  • Clean and maintain heavy equipment and surrounding work areas to ensure safe operating conditions.

  • Assist with material handling using additional equipment such as telehandlers, forklifts, or similar mobile machinery as needed.

  • Conduct visual inspections of raw materials, including taking samples, recording material characteristics, and verifying receiving documentation.

  • Communicate with management regarding inventory levels, material movement, and raw material selection.

  • Maintain proper housekeeping in and around operational and production areas.

  • Assist maintenance personnel with equipment upkeep and complete maintenance work orders as required.

  • Perform daily inspections of lifting devices (chains, hooks, slings, wire rope) to ensure fitness for use.

  • Utilize hand tools, cutting torches, plasma cutters, and welding equipment as required for production or material handling tasks.

  • Support various tasks within the manufacturing process, including the production of helical steel pipe.

  • Follow all safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements at all times.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum / Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Equipment)
  • Wheel loader operating experience required.

  • Previous experience operating heavy or mobile equipment in an industrial or manufacturing environment.

  • Ability to work in changing ambient temperatures.

  • Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods of time.

  • Strong attention to safety and ability to recognize hazardous conditions.

  • Steel-toe boots and sleeved shirts required (employee responsibility).

  • Hard hat, safety glasses, ear plugs, and protective gloves provided by the company.

Benefits while working with Crown Staffing

  •  MEC Health, 24-Hour Group Accident, Short-Term Disability, Term Life and AD&, Dental Vision, Behavioral Health, IDX Social Plus, FreeRX
  • Competitive pay 
  •  Weekly pay
  • Direct deposit with pay card option
  • No fees for our services and ongoing support
  •  Opportunities for permanent placement and career advancement
  • Supportive work environment focused on teamwork and employee welfare

APPLY NOW!  Walk-ins welcome!
4122 Mexico Rd. St. Peters Mo 63376.
636-724-8298

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