Scrap Metal Yard Heavy Equipment Operator

Cleveland-Cliffs; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Education assistance

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. subsidiary Ferrous Processing and Trading in Smyrna, TN is hiring an Equipment Operator to process scrap metals using various tools and heavy equipment.

The role requires operating front end loaders, balers, forklifts, and related machinery while following safety rules, maintaining equipment, and assisting with yard operations. The position involves manual labor, site housekeeping, and coordination with drivers, with emphasis on safety and accurate records.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High School Diploma/GED or 1+ years equipment operator experience.
• Ability to read, write and perform basic math.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials using mobile equipment or by hand.
• Sort metals to separate high-grade materials and remove non-conforming metals.
• Operate and maintain heavy equipment (front end loaders, baler, forklifts, etc.).
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic housekeeping.
• Assist mechanics with equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Interact with customers or drivers to direct or assist them.

Skills

Equipment operation

Heavy equipment

Safety compliance

Reading/writing/basic math

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Front end loader

Baler

Forklift

Manlift

Skid steer

Street sweeper

Job description

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. subsidiary Ferrous Processing and Trading in Smyrna, TN is hiring an Equipment Operator to process scrap metals using various tools and heavy equipment.

The role requires operating front end loaders, balers, forklifts, and related machinery while following safety rules, maintaining equipment, and assisting with yard operations. The position involves manual labor, site housekeeping, and coordination with drivers, with emphasis on safety and accurate records.