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simsmetalm

Equipment Operator - Heavy

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An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.

$55,605 / year median in Ohio

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

Founded in Australia in 1917, Sims Limited (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling and circular solutions for technology. We play a critical role in advancing circularity and decarbonisation by supplying recycled materials and re-purposed products that help preserve our planet. At Sims, we believe in developing our people. With a strong promote-from-within philosophy and a range of programmes that support continuous learning, we offer opportunities for meaningful, long-term careers. Employing more than 4,100 people worldwide, we operate over 155 facilities across 13 countries. As an ASX-listed company, Sims provides the stability, transparency, and professional growth opportunities of a publicly traded organisation, all driven by our purpose: to create a world without waste.
Job Summary:
Operates material handler (grapple/magnet) and front-end loaders (>9 tons), and forklift to assist unloading customers and load trailers to prepare for transport of scrap materials. Inspects incoming material and grades accordingly.
Primary Responsibilities:
Adhere to all SMM safety policies. Load and unload customer's trucks/vehicles. Performs routine maintenance on loader such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning. Completes inspection report prior to using equipment. Perform and maintain general housekeeping. Provides a safe environment for all employees, customers, and visitors. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 3 to 5 years' experience operating heavy equipment. High school diploma or GED preferred. Must pass pre-employment physical and drug screen. Ability to read and comprehend instructions, procedures, correspondence, and memos. Ability to speak and understand English. Safety Sensitive PositionA career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world's safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits. At sims together we are a diverse group of employees who are supported by our equal opportunity policy. To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our
Principles of Purpose:
Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.