Heavy Equipment Operator - Mingo Junction

SMS; Mingo Junction (OH); On-site; USD 27,552 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

SMS Mill Services, LLC in Mingo Junction, OH is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to move scrap material and learn with senior staff on 12‑hour day/night rotations.

The role emphasizes safety, equipment inspection, and coordination on a busy yard, with 40 hours per week and opportunities to cross-train and perform general labor duties as needed.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years operating heavy equipment in an industrial setting
• Basic literacy in English
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Work with a positive attitude
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Reliability to report to work on time
• Understand and follow supervisors’ directives (written and oral instructions)
• Flexibility to changing work conditions, assignments, and schedules
• Ability to work in all-weather elements including rain, snow, cold, and heat
• Comfortable working in an industrial environment

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment of various sizes and weights including loaders, drop-ball cranes, material handlers, excavators, pot carriers
• Keep the yard clean
• Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions
• Perform daily inspections, safety checks, preventive maintenance, and repairs of equipment; report deficiencies or malfunctions
• Cross-train in other positions and assist other employees as needed
• Potential to perform general labor duties (sweeping, raking, shoveling) and handle materials
• Other job-related duties as assigned

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

English literacy

Communication

Time management

Reliability

Follow supervisor directions

Flexibility

Safety awareness

On-site teamwork

Job description

SMS Mill Services, LLC has an outstanding opportunity for a Heavy Equipment Operator for our mill service operation in Mingo Junction, OH. We are located on JSW Steel Mill property. We run 12‑hour shifts rotating days and nights.

Job Description

• Equipment Operator will learn the role and complete work at the direction of a more senior Equipment Operator or Supervisor
• Equipment Operator will learn how to operate various pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner while moving scrap material around the scrap yard for processing
• Equipment Operator will ensure that all efforts are compliant with the company’s Health, Safety, and Environmental standards
• Equipment Operator will learn one or more of the following: loaders, drop‑ball cranes, material handlers, excavators, pot carriers
• Safety and coordination with other work onsite is imperative

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment of various sizes and weights including but not limited to loaders, drop‑ball cranes, material handlers, excavators, pot carriers
• Keep the yard clean
• Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions, such as other equipment, workers, or moving objects
• Perform daily inspections, safety checks, preventive maintenance, and repairs of equipment; check required fluids and grease equipment. Report any equipment deficiencies or malfunctions to the appropriate supervisor
• Cross‑train in other positions and assist other employees as needed
• Potential to perform general labor duties which may/may not include sweeping, raking, shoveling/snow removal, general clean‑up of work area and equipment, and physically handling materials and supplies
• Other job‑related duties as assigned

Required Skills And Abilities

• 3 – 5 years operating heavy equipment in an industrial setting
• Basic literacy in English
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Work with a positive attitude
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Reliability to report to work on time
• Understand and follow supervisors’ directives (written and oral instructions)
• Flexibility to changing work conditions, assignments, and schedules
• Ability to work in all‑weather elements including rain, snow, cold, and heat
• Comfortable working in an industrial environment

Additional Information

• MUST be able to pass drug screen, background check and physical
• Extra hours may be required, sometimes on weekends and weekdays based on volume needs

Job Details

• Job Type: Full‑time
• Salary: $20.00 – $27.00/hr depending on skills and experience
• Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• 12‑hour shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the company may exercise its employment‑at‑will rights at any time.

SMS Mill Services, LLC is an equal‑opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. SMS Mill Services, LLC makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.