Heavy Equipment Operator

Enviri; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability plans

401k with company matching

Job summary

Harsco Environmental in Muscatine, IA is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for daily activities at our steel and metal recovery plant. This role includes truck driving, crane operations, material handling and loader duties as needed.

Responsibilities encompass routine pre-start inspections, adherence to safety guidelines, teamwork and clear communication in an outdoor environment. HS diploma and 1–3 years’ equipment experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1–3 years’ experience as an equipment operator.
• Ability to perform manual outdoor labor in varying weather and terrain.
• Good communication skills and ability to read operating instructions.
• Proactive in safety and able to work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine mobile equipment pre-start and post-inspections and records activity.
• Follows all plant safety guidelines for safe operations of heavy mobile equipment.

Skills

Safety mindset

Communication

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Truck operation

Equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

1-3 years equipment operator experience

Job description

Company Description

HarscoEnvironmental is the premier provider of material processing and environmental services to the global steel and metals industries. Our onsite mill services and resource recovery services offer sustainable solutions that maximize environmental benefit and return valuable raw material into production. We also have developed a range of by-products for specialized applications across industry, construction and agriculture, which utilize Harsco’s expertise in mineral materials.

Job Description

This position is responsible for day to day Heavy Equipment Operation (including truck driver, drop ball crane, material handler, pot carrier, and/or loader) activities at a steelmetal recovery plant. Duties include but not limited to:

A. Performs routine mobile equipment pre start and post inspections and records activity on inspection sheets.

B. Follows all plant safety guidelines for the safe operations of heavy mobile equipment.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

2. 1 - 3 year’s experience as a equipment operator.

3. Ability to do manual labor in an outdoor environment that may include elevated areas and extreme weather conditions.

4. Good communications skills, and the ability to read operating instructions.

5. Proactive in SAFETY and works well in a team environment.

Additional Information

We offer competitive benefits, includinghealth insurance, life insurance and disability plans, as well as a 401k with company matching.

Harsco Environmental is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Disclaimer: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.