Equipment Operator

Alter Trading; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the scrap metal processing industry is seeking an Equipment Operator in Bloomington, IL. The role involves safely operating various machinery to move materials within the yard, performing regular maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have prior experience with heavy equipment and a commitment to teamwork and reliability.

Qualifications

• Requires diploma or GED and/or three to five years related experience.
• Must possess the ability to be reliable, trustworthy, and a team player.
• Previous experience operating material handling equipment is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform equipment safety checks and routine maintenance.
• Operate heavy equipment to load/unload material and assist in processing.
• Complete and maintain required paperwork and comply with safety regulations.

Skills

Team Player

Reliability

Mechanical Aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Excavator

Forklift

Skid Steer

Job description

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Base pay range

$21.00/hr - $24.00/hr

About The Position

The Equipment Operator is responsible for learning all aspects of the material handler (excavator) operation, end loader and other equipment to safely move material throughout our yard including inspection, and routine maintenance. Also required is the ability to read, write, interpret documents and communicate effectively; and regular and reliable attendance.

About You

Previous experience operating any material handling equipment is required. Willingness to be teachable and trainable in the safe operation of our equipment. Must possess the ability be reliable, trustworthy and a team player.

More Details

• Perform equipment safety check according to checklist.
• Check all equipment fluid for proper levels and back-up alarm for proper operating condition. Add fluid as needed.
• Perform lubrication and other daily service activities according to procedures.
• Start equipment and check gauges for proper operating status.
• Making lifts to assist.
• Operate Heavy Equipment to load/ unload material, and feed scrap processing equipment, according to company and safety procedures.
• Follow shut down procedures at end of shift according to daily checklist.
• Complete and maintain all required paperwork, records, documentation, etc.
• Follow and comply with all safety and work regulations. Maintain departmental housekeeping standards.
• Plan work sequences to ensure the most effective completion of work assignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• Requires diploma or GED and/ or three to five years related experience; or a combination of education and experience. Average mechanical aptitude.
• Prior Experience operating equipment including but not limited to – forklift, tractor, skid steer, and/or video games.
• Past history of reliable attendance
  
  

About Us

Alter Trading is looking to add to its Bloomington, IL Area team. Alter Trading Corporation, a 127+ year old company, with 71+ scrap metal processing facilities throughout the Midwest and Southern region. Alter is committed to our customers by being the best source of both ferrous and non-ferrous metal and by giving great customer service.

Job Seekers with a background as a Heavy Equipment Operator, Forklift Driver, Loader Operator, Excavator, or Equipment Operator typically do well in this position.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Mining

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