Heavy Equipment Operator (General)

ShearWorx; Brandenburg (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ShearWorx in Brandenburg, KY is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator responsible for operating material handlers and other heavy machinery. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in construction or industrial settings, with a strong understanding of safe equipment operation. Key duties include performing safety inspections and ensuring the equipment's operational efficiency. Fluency in English is required, and bilingual candidates (English and Spanish) will be preferred. This role offers the opportunity to work with advanced machinery in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience operating equipment in construction or industrial settings.
• Understanding of safe operation limits of equipment.
• Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-shift and safety inspections of assigned equipment.
• Operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Report equipment condition and maintenance needs.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Job description

ShearWorx, LLC has immediate openings for experienced general Heavy Equipment Operators in Brandenburg, KY. The Heavy Equipment Operator (General) job role will primarily be responsible for running a material handler but may be responsible for running a variety of heavy equipment including heavy forklifts, front end loaders, backhoes, and/or excavators with thumb or magnet. The duties will include loading and unloading material, staging of material for processing, and/or providing other services on a jobsite where these types of equipment are required.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform all pre‑shift and safety inspections of assigned equipment and complete daily inspection reports;
• Obey all safety, operating and work guidelines;
• Operate equipment in a safe and timely manner;
• Make operating adjustments as necessary to achieve quality and productivity targets;
• Take care of equipment including fueling, checking and filling all fluids, and other checks as needed;
• Report condition of equipment and maintenance needs to supervisor;
• Utilize personal cell phone to access work‑related applications for pre‑shift, mid‑shift and post‑shift usage;
• Keep the assigned piece of equipment clean and in good working condition.

Must Have

• 2 years’ experience operating equipment working in the construction or scrap industry or in an industrial setting.
• Understanding of the limits and safe operation of equipment.
• Working knowledge of the metal preparation process.
• Have a functional smartphone with proper storage to install and use 1–2 apps for work purposes.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Perform sitting, climbing, stooping, lifting, checking, visual inspection, hearing, listening, and operation in a safe manner according to work instructions.
• Fluency in English.

Nice-to-Have

• Bi‑Linguistic with fluency in both English and Spanish.
• 5+ years’ experience operating equipment working in the construction or scrap industry or in an industrial setting.
• Possess leadership skills.
• Mechanically inclined with ability to diagnose minor mechanical issues.
• Willingness to travel at times (Company reimbursed Fuel, Hotel, & Food).
• Ability & Knowledge to change mechanical repair components.
• Working understanding of hydraulic systems on equipment.
• Experience running a shear.

Location(s)

Brandenburg, KY