Heavy Equipment Operator

Company Description

Harsco Environmental is the premier provider of material processing and environmental services to the global steel and metals industries. Our onsite mill services and resource recovery services offer sustainable solutions that maximize environmental benefit and return valuable raw material into production. We also have developed a range of by‑products for specialized applications across industry, construction and agriculture, which utilize Harsco’s expertise in mineral materials.

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for day‑to‑day Heavy Equipment Operation (including truck driver, drop‑ball crane, material handler, pot carrier, and/or loader) activities at a steel‑metal recovery plant.

• Performs routine mobile equipment pre‑start and post‑inspections and records activity on inspection sheets.
• Follows all plant safety guidelines for the safe operation of heavy mobile equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years’ experience as an equipment operator.
• Ability to perform manual labor in an outdoor environment, including elevated areas and extreme weather conditions.
• Good communication skills and ability to read operating instructions.
• Proactive about safety and works well in a team environment.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability plans
• 401(k) with company matching