On-site Heavy Equipment Operator - Scrap & Slag Yard

TMS International; Norfolk (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) match

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

TMS International in Norfolk, NE is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to move and load materials using cranes, loaders and other heavy machinery. You will work in a fast-paced industrial setting, following safety protocols and maintaining equipment.

Responsibilities include operating overhead cranes and front-end loaders, conducting daily maintenance checks, and coordinating with team members to ensure efficient material handling in accordance with site specifications.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a physically demanding, fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to be trained in multiple pieces of heavy equipment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot and perform basic maintenance on heavy equipment.
• Ability to take direction, think critically, and adapt to changing working conditions and demands.

Responsibilities

• Operate overhead cranes, magnets, and other heavy equipment to move scrap metal and materials within the yard.
• Operate front-end loaders cleaning and loading hot-pit slag, cooled slag, and other material into various haulage trucks.
• Load and unload materials from trucks and containers.
• Ensure the equipment is in proper working condition and conduct daily maintenance checks.
• Operate equipment in a manner that minimizes unplanned maintenance and equipment downtime.
• Work closely with other team members to ensure materials are sorted and processed according to specifications.
• Follow all safety procedures and regulations to maintain a safe work environment.
• Assist with yard organization and maintain clean, orderly workspaces.
• Perform other duties as needed to support operations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety protocols

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Job description

TMS International in Norfolk, NE is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to move and load materials using cranes, loaders and other heavy machinery. You will work in a fast-paced industrial setting, following safety protocols and maintaining equipment.

Responsibilities include operating overhead cranes and front-end loaders, conducting daily maintenance checks, and coordinating with team members to ensure efficient material handling in accordance with site specifications.