Equipment Operator

EVRAZ Seeking Equipment Operator for immediate hire. Accepting applications from all groups.

At EVRAZ, our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.

EVRAZ is committed to maintaining and promoting a safe, healthy and injury-free environment.  It is required for all jobs.

JOB SUMMARY

Operate and maintain heavy, motorized equipment for purposes of unloading/loading of ferrous materials in a safe and efficient manner. In conjunction with the scale operator and office staff; unloads customers and maintains a steady flow in and out of the yard by minimizes traffic congestion. Must have reliable transportation as no bus route to the job site.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate heavy motorized equipment used in loading/unloading of ferrous material, including, but not limited to loaders, excavator/mobile shear, material handler and other equipment used to support the variety of activities essential to the yard operations
• Perform preventative maintenance as required including checking all fluids to ensure motorized equipment is properly maintained  
• Perform minor repairs as required
• loads trucks accurately (proper weights), safely, efficiently and communicate via radio to scale personnel for confirmation of material loaded and any issues that may come up
• Unload transports with ferrous materials, safely and efficiently, clean (sweep) trailers of excess material
• Stock pile/sort metals and place in the designated areas
• Use hand-held mobile radio devices to effectively coordinate tasks and resources with yard and scale personnel
• Maintain accurate logs and records daily, weekly and monthly and/or as required by supervision

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Completion of High School and/or equivalent or relevant experience may be considered
• Must have a minimum of two (2) consecutive years of experience operating heavy motorized equipment, within the last three (3) years
• Recognized heavy equipment experience includes operating Loaders, Excavators, Shears, and Material Handlers
• Shear and grapple experience considered an asset
• Experience leading a team in a plant and/or mill setting considered an asset
• Knowledge and understanding of ferrous metals and classifications considered an asset

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Communication Skills: communicates clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing and/or via mobile radio devices
• Team Player: establishes trust with team members, stating clear expectations and recognizes group morale and acts to protect and/or build as required
• Self-motivated: initiates and takes action before being required to do so.  Strong work ethic: uses time efficiently, works safely and ensure everyone around him is working safely
• Ability to push, pull and lift materials up to 50 lbs.

Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!

• Competitive wages and bonus opportunities
• Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost
• Short and long term disability programs
• Competitive retirement plans
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options
• Paid vacations and 10 paid holiday days per year
• Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program

While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EVRAZ North America is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

EVRAZ North America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [email protected] or call: (312) 533-3577. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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