Heavy Equipment Operator — Safe, Team-Driven Yard Pro

Millcreek Metals; Blackfoot (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

PTO + Paid Holidays

401(k) with company match

Referral Bonus + Retention Bonus

Safety Incentive Programs

Company Events & Parties

Employee Recognition Programs

Job summary

Millcreek Metals in Blackfoot, ID is seeking a safety-minded Heavy Equipment Operator who takes pride in doing things the right way. If you enjoy running big machines and teamwork matters, you’ll fit right in.

You’ll keep materials flowing in the yard, operate loaders and forklifts, load trucks, move scrap, and perform pre- and post-trip inspections. A strong work ethic and reliability are essential in our fast-paced, safety-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of heavy equipment experience.
• Experience in industrial or manufacturing environments is a plus.
• Must be safety-minded and reliable.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and entering/exiting equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment at a professional level (material handlers, loaders, forklifts, skid steers, and more).
• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently.
• Move and organize scrap materials for processing and recycling.
• Perform pre- and post-trip equipment inspections.
• Identify maintenance issues and communicate with the maintenance team.
• Follow safety protocols consistently.
• Deliver a positive, safe customer experience to drivers and vendors.
• Collaborate with teammates to keep the yard and materials flowing.

Skills

Heavy equipment

Team player

Safety-minded

Customer service

Physical stamina

Reliability

Job description

Millcreek Metals in Blackfoot, ID is seeking a safety-minded Heavy Equipment Operator who takes pride in doing things the right way. If you enjoy running big machines and teamwork matters, you’ll fit right in.

You’ll keep materials flowing in the yard, operate loaders and forklifts, load trucks, move scrap, and perform pre- and post-trip inspections. A strong work ethic and reliability are essential in our fast-paced, safety-conscious environment.