Heavy Equipment Operator - Jackson, TN - Scrap Metal Services, LLC.

• Equipment Operator will learn the role and complete work at the direction of a more senior Equipment Operator or Supervisor.
• Equipment Operator will learn how to operate various pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner while moving scrap material around the scrap yard for processing.
• Equipment Operator will ensure that all his/her efforts are compliant with the company’s Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.
• Equipment Operator will learn one or more of the following: loaders, drop-ball cranes, material handlers, excavators, pot carriers.
• Safety and coordination with other work onsite is imperative.

• Operate heavy equipment of various sizes and weights including but not limited to loaders, drop-ball cranes, material handlers, excavators, pot carriers.
• Keep the yard clean.
• Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions, such as other equipment, workers, or moving objects
• Perform daily inspections, safety checks, preventive maintenance, and repairs of equipment; check required fluids and grease equipment. Report any equipment deficiencies or malfunctions to the appropriate supervisor.
• Cross-train in other positions and assist other employees as needed.
• Potential to perform general labor duties which may/may not include sweeping, raking, shoveling/snow removal, general clean-up of work area and equipment, and physically handling materials and supplies.
• Other job-related duties as assigned
   

• 3 -5 years operating heavy equipment in an industrial setting.
• Basic literacy in English
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Work with a positive attitude
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Reliability to report to work on time·
• Understand and follow supervisors’ directives (written and oral instructions)
• Flexibility to changing work conditions, assignments, and schedules
• Ability to work in all-weather elements including rain, snow, cold, and heat
• Comfortable working in an industrial environment

• MUST be able to pass drug screen, background check and physical 
• Extra hours may be required, sometimes on weekends and weekdays based on volume needs
• Position is non-exempt and eligible for overtime

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

• 12 hour shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift

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