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Scrap Metal Solutions
Heavy Equipment Operator Excavator / Hydraulic Shear
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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.
$53,887 / year median in Texas
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Position Overview This position primarily involves operating 200- and 300-class excavators equipped with hydraulic shears on industrial demolition, decommissioning, and metal processing projects. Previous excavator experience is required. Hydraulic shear experience is preferred but not required. We are willing to train an experienced, safety-minded excavator operator who can quickly learn metal cutting and demolition operations. Requirements Previous excavator operating experience required Hydraulic shear or demolition experience preferred Ability and willingness to learn metal cutting and processing Valid driver's license and ability to meet company driving requirements Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen CDL is a plus, but not required Must work safely and effectively as part of a team Must be willing to travel and work out of town Must be dependable and able to work the schedule required by active projects Travel & Schedule This is a traveling field position , and applicants should understand the schedule before applying. Travel may be up to 12 days at a time, followed by approximately 3 days off Some Saturdays may be required depending on project schedules No Sunday work Out-of-town and overnight travel is required SMS currently has active projects throughout TX, LA, OK, and MS . Compensation & Benefits Weekly pay Salary-based compensation determined by experience and qualifications Company-paid hotel accommodations while traveling Per diem for overnight travel Company truck may be provided depending on position and qualifications One week of paid vacation after one year of employment To Apply Please send your resume and any questions directly to: bbryant@scrapmetalsolutionsllc.com Please do not submit questions through this post or page. Thank you for your interest in joining Scrap Metal Solutions LLC .