Heavy Equipment Operator (General)

ShearWorx, LLC has immediate openings for experienced general Heavy Equipment Operators in Brandenburg, KY. The Heavy Equipment Operator (General) job role will primarily be responsible for running a material handler but may be responsible for running a variety of heavy equipment including heavy forklifts, front end loaders, backhoes, and/or excavators with thumb or magnet. The duties will include loading and unloading material, staging of material for processing, and/or providing other services on a jobsite where these types of equipment are required.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Heavy Equipment Operator (General) role requires:

• Performing of all pre-shift and safety inspections of assigned equipment and completing daily inspection reports;

• Obeying all safety, operating and work guidelines;

• Operating equipment in a safe and timely manner;

• Making operating adjustments as necessary to achieve quality and productivity targets;

• Care of equipment including fueling, checking and filling all fluids, and other checks as needed;

• Reporting condition of equipment and maintenance needs to supervisor;

• Utilization of personal cell phone to access work related applications for pre-shift, mid-shift and post-shift usage, and

• Keeping the assigned piece of equipment clean and in good working condition.

The items listed are not meant to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties or requirements. Additional tasks may be requested as needed to meet overall objectives of the Company.

Must Have:

• 2 years’ experience operating equipment working in the construction or scrap industry or in an industrial setting.

• Understanding of the limits and safe operation of equipment

• Working knowledge of the metal preparation process

• Have a functional smartphone with proper storage to install and use 1-2 apps for work purposes

• Ability to work as part of a team

• Sitting, climbing, stooping, lifting, checking, visual inspection, hearing, listening, operation in a safe manner according to work instructions

• Fluency in English

Nice-to-Have:

• Bi-Lingual with fluency in both English and Spanish.

• 5+ years’ experience operating equipment working in the construction or scrap industry or in an industrial setting

• Possess leadership skills

• Mechanically inclined w/ ability to diagnose minor mechanical issues

• Willingness to travel at times (Company reimbursed Fuel, Hotel, & Food)

• Ability & Knowledge to change mechanical repair components

• Working understanding of Hydraulic systems on equipment

• Experience running a shear

LOCATION(s):Brandenburg, KY