Heavy Equipment Operator – Safe, Growth-Driven Role

Sims Ltd.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Sims Limited in Houston, TX is seeking an Equipment Operator - Light to assist unloading customers and loading trailers for scrap material transport. You will operate loaders, forklifts, and related equipment, inspect material and ensure safety on site.

Qualified candidates have 3–5 years of heavy equipment experience, a high school diploma or GED, pass pre-employment screening, and are able to read, understand English, and wear a respirator.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of heavy equipment experience.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• Must be able to wear a respirator.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload customer’s trucks/vehicles.
• Starts engine, shifts gears, presses pedals, and turns steering wheel to operate loader.
• Performs routine maintenance on loader such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning.
• Completes inspection report prior to using equipment.
• Responsible for customer & employee safety in and around work area.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Experience

English language proficiency

Safety-oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Sims Limited in Houston, TX is seeking an Equipment Operator - Light to assist unloading customers and loading trailers for scrap material transport. You will operate loaders, forklifts, and related equipment, inspect material and ensure safety on site.

Qualified candidates have 3–5 years of heavy equipment experience, a high school diploma or GED, pass pre-employment screening, and are able to read, understand English, and wear a respirator.