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Barge Unloader / Heavy Equipment Operator

Express ProsDelhi, Oh
Job Category

Skilled Trades

Job Type

Hourly

Employment Type

Temp and Temp to Hire

Work Hours

Full-time and Full-time plus overtime

Compensation

$19$20per hour

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Hiring Manager
Lori IngermanEmployment Specialist
Recruiter
Kassi ReffittRecruiting Specialist

This job was last updated on February 18, 2026 8:09 AM.

Job Title: Barge Unloader / Heavy Equipment Operator

Location: Delhi, Oh

Pay: $20/hr

We are currently seeking a reliable and mechanically inclined Barge Unloader / Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team just south of Delhi, Oh. Our company receives raw materials by barge, stores them in silos, and sells/dispenses materials used in various types of production.

Schedule

  • Monday–Friday
  • 1st Shift (staggered start times between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM depending on current assignment)

Key Responsibilities

  • Unload material from barges using heavy equipment
  • Load trucks using PLC-operated loadout systems
  • Move barges using winches
  • Operate skid steer and other heavy equipment (backhoe experience a plus)
  • Monitor material handling processes and maintain accuracy
  • Perform basic troubleshooting and demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude

Qualifications

  • Previous barge unloading or river work experience preferred
  • Experience operating heavy equipment (skid steer, backhoe) strongly preferred
  • Mechanical aptitude and strong attention to detail required
  • Basic computer skills and comfort working with PLC systems beneficial
  • Ability to work in an outdoor industrial environment

If you have experience in river operations or heavy equipment and are looking for a steady first-shift opportunity, we encourage you to apply today!

Company Size

11-100

Company Overview

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