Heavy Equipment Operator

Commercial Metals; South Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Vision Dental (Day 1)

PTO & Vacation Day 1

401(k) company match

Lifestyle benefit $500

Bonuses

Life and Disability Insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Training & Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Commercial Metals (CMC) is a Fortune 500 company leading in steel products and construction reinforcement. This role offers hands-on experience with production equipment and daily safety practices in an industrial setting, with clear paths for training and advancement.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, perform essential material handling and quality-related tasks, and contribute to safer operations while supporting project teams across the facility.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Experience with metal sorting is a plus but not required; ability to distinguish metals and/or other materials for grading and recognizing safety hazards.
• Must be able to frequently lift 25 lbs or more up to 100 ft.
• Must be able to perform physical tasks including climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling and crouching.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods in an industrial environment with weather exposure.

Responsibilities

• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean, orderly condition and follow safety regulations.
• Operate production equipment in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
• Participate in the CMC Safety Programs and uphold the CMC Safety Culture.
• Perform any other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Work in all weather

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

We are CMC, a Fortune 500 company at the leading edge of our industry. Our construction reinforcement and steel products have supported construction projects and structures around the world.

Benefits

• Day 1 Benefits Coverage with low cost Medical, Vision, Dental
• Day 1 Paid‑time Off and Vacation
• 4.5% Company Match 401(k) plan
• $500 Annual Company‑paid Lifestyle Benefit
• Competitive Compensation and Bonuses
• Company‑paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and Advancement Opportunities

Why This Job

CMC provides an excellent opportunity to learn the steel, construction reinforcement and ground stabilization industries and to grow in your career. Whether you will spend your day brainstorming in an office cubicle, operating a crane, running manufacturing equipment or troubleshooting technical obstacles, at CMC, you'll get the training and support from your team that you need to excel in your role and reach your full potential.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follow safety regulations
• Operate production equipment in accordance with established procedures and guidelines
• Participate in the CMC Safety Programs and proactively uphold the CMC Safety Culture
• Perform any other tasks as assigned by supervisor

What You’ll Need

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work in all weather conditions
• Experience with metal sorting a plus but not required; ability to distinguish between different metals and/or other materials for grading purposes and recognizing safety hazards
• Must be able to frequently lift 25 lbs or more to include carrying or pushing objects up to 100 ft
• Must be able to perform the physical tasks of the job assigned; to include climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, and crouching
• Must be able to stand for significant lengths of time in an industrial environment with exposure to all elements of weather

Your Education

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience preferred

CMC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, or other status protected by federal, state or local law.