Description:
The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient operation of large mobile equipment used to support steel‑mill operations. This role plays a critical part in material movement, production support, and site safety. Operators work in a demanding industrial environment where strict safety compliance and operational precision are essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely operate heavy equipment such as wheel loaders, dozers, excavators, cranes, material handlers, haul trucks, and other support equipment
- Support steel‑mill operations through material handling activities, including slag, scrap metal, raw materials, and finished by‑products
- Perform pre‑shift and post‑shift equipment inspections and report mechanical or safety concerns
- Operate equipment in compliance with company policies, site procedures, and all applicable safety regulations
- Maintain awareness of surroundings while working in active mill areas with moving equipment, rail traffic, and high‑temperature processes
- Communicate effectively with dispatch, supervisors, and maintenance personnel
- Maintain clean, organized work areas and equipment cabs
- Complete required production, inspection, and equipment operation documentation
- Participate in safety meetings, job safety analyses (JSAs), and ongoing training programs
- Assist with basic equipment care and minor operational adjustments as trained
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 1 - 3 year’s experience as a equipment operator.
- Ability to do manual labor in an outdoor environment that may include elevated areas and extreme weather conditions.
- Good communications skills, and the ability to read operating instructions.
- Proactive in SAFETY and works well in a team environment.