Industrial Mobile Equipment Operator - Loader & Forklift

Gerdau Ameristeel Corp.; Midlothian (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Health Savings Account

401K matching up to 6%

Life insurance

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Bonus programs

Training & development

Uniforms & PPE provided

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Gerdau Ameristeel Corp. is seeking a mobile equipment operator to transport materials in the Melt Shop and assist other team members. You will operate loaders, forklifts, and trucks, perform routine maintenance, and monitor material levels to ensure safe, efficient production.

The role requires 1–3 years of mobile equipment experience, basic computer skills, and good English communication. Expect a rotating shift and adherence to PPE rules, with competitive benefits and a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Basic computer and math skills required.
• Read, write and speak English.
• 1–3 years mobile equipment experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate all mobile equipment including loaders, man-lifts, forklifts and flatbed trucks to transport materials.
• Perform daily preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment (fueling, cleaning, fluids check).
• Ensure loads are within safe load capacities.
• Maintain feed hopper levels and monitor alloy levels with the team.
• Assist operations and refractories with crusher operations and cleaning.
• Visually inspect materials for non-conformities.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Math skills

English language

Mobile equipment experience

Job description

Gerdau Ameristeel Corp. is seeking a mobile equipment operator to transport materials in the Melt Shop and assist other team members. You will operate loaders, forklifts, and trucks, perform routine maintenance, and monitor material levels to ensure safe, efficient production.

The role requires 1–3 years of mobile equipment experience, basic computer skills, and good English communication. Expect a rotating shift and adherence to PPE rules, with competitive benefits and a strong safety culture.