Heavy Equipment Operator

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
• Absorb basic equipment care and minor operational adjustments as trained

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Minimum 1–3 years of experience operating heavy equipment in an industrial, steel-mill, mining, construction, or related environment
• Demonstrated ability to operate multiple types of heavy equipment safely and efficiently
• Strong commitment to safety and compliance with workplace policies
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required
• Valid driver’s license; additional equipment certifications preferred

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to climb onto and off equipment, work at heights, and sit for extended periods
• Tolerance for heat, noise, dust, vibration, and industrial operating conditions
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs with or without accommodation

Additional Information

We offer competitive benefits, including health insurance, life insurance and disability plans, as well as a 401k with company matching. Harsco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.