Heavy Equipment Operator

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy equipment including wheel loaders, dozers, excavators, cranes, locomotives, and haul trucks
• Support steel-mill operations through material handling of slag, scrap metal, and raw materials
• Perform pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and report mechanical or safety concerns
• Maintain strict compliance with company policies, site procedures, and all safety regulations
• Communicate effectively with dispatch, supervisors, and maintenance personnel
• Complete required production, inspection, and equipment operation documentation
• Participate in safety meetings, job safety analyses (JSAs), and ongoing training programs

Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience operating heavy equipment in an industrial, steel-mill, mining, or construction environment
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to work rotating shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and tolerate heat, noise, and dust
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs with or without accommodation
• High School Diploma or GED preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within active steel-mill or industrial processing environments
• Familiarity with slag handling, materials logistics, or rail-based operations
• Equipment certifications or documented training
• Basic mechanical knowledge for identifying operational issues

Benefits

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

About the Company

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.