Equipment Operator
Job Summary
Sims Metal is a global leader in metal recycling. The Equipment Operator is responsible for operating various pieces of equipment to include frontend loader with bucket, 12k forklift or smaller with rotator, bobcat and skid steer. Operators are required to follow all Sims safety regulations and golden rules.
Major Job Responsibilities/Duties
- Performs routine maintenance on loader such as lubricating, fueling and cleaning
- Completes inspection report prior to using equipment
- Safely operate machinery under the direction of the shift supervisor or production manager. Load trucks, pile scrap material, load/unload barges and rail cars
- End of shift clean up and equipment inspection
- Regularly clean equipment to preserve its quality and functionality
- Commit to the overall safety of the work environment
- Sweeps and shovels residual waste from process
- Other duties may be assigned
Job Qualifications
- High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Valid Driver's license
- Minimum of 12 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Benefits
A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.
About the Role
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Skills
We are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.
Pay
Competitive pay is offered.
Schedule
Flexible schedule is offered.