Equipment Operator — Loader, Forklift & Bobcat

Sims Metal; Richmond (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sims Metal facility in Richmond, KY is seeking an Equipment Operator to safely run front-end loader, forklift and other material-handling equipment. You will perform pre-shift inspections, maintain equipment, and help keep yards clean and organized.

Responsibilities include loading trucks and barges, moving scrap material, and following Sims safety regulations. A valid driver's license and 12 months of related experience are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Valid Driver's license is required.
• Minimum 12 months related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine maintenance on loader such as lubricating, fueling and cleaning.
• Completes inspection report prior to using equipment.
• Safely operate machinery under the direction of the shift supervisor or production manager. Load trucks, pile scrap material, load/unload barges and rail cars.
• End of shift clean up and equipment inspection.
• Regularly clean equipment to preserve its quality and functionality.
• Commit to the overall safety of the work environment.
• Sweeps and shovels residual waste from process.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Safety consciousness

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Frontend loader

Forklift

Bobcat

Skid steer

Job description

The Sims Metal facility in Richmond, KY is seeking an Equipment Operator to safely run front-end loader, forklift and other material-handling equipment. You will perform pre-shift inspections, maintain equipment, and help keep yards clean and organized.

Responsibilities include loading trucks and barges, moving scrap material, and following Sims safety regulations. A valid driver's license and 12 months of related experience are required.