Drop Ball Crane Operator-Heavy Equipment

Enviri Corporation•Pueblo, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Drop Ball Operator safely operates heavy equipment, including a drop ball crane system, to break down oversized slag, scrap metal, refractory materials, and other steelmaking by-products. The role supports mill services for steel manufacturing customers in an industrial steel mill environment, with a focus on safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible operations. The position involves inspecting equipment, following operating procedures, coordinating with coworkers and steel mill personnel, monitoring work areas for hazards, meeting production targets, and completing operational documentation. Operators also assist with housekeeping, participate in safety and training activities, and support additional mill service operations as assigned. The work takes place in a heavy industrial steel mill, with exposure to heat, dust, noise, vibration, moving machinery, elevated work areas, and year-round outdoor weather. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring strict compliance with company and customer safety rules. The stated pay is $29.62 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Previous heavy equipment operating experience in industrial, construction, mining, demolition, or steel mill environments preferred.
Ability to safely operate cranes, excavators, loaders, or similar heavy equipment.
Strong understanding of industrial safety practices.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Must be able to work rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.
Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to work in extreme weather conditions and industrial environments.
Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and equipment access points.
Ability to sit for extended periods while operating equipment.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toed boots, respirator, and fire-resistant clothing where required.

Nice To Haves

Steel mill or slag processing experience.
Mobile crane or heavy equipment operating experience.
Industrial maintenance knowledge.
OSHA and industrial safety awareness.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

Operate drop ball cranes and related heavy equipment to reduce oversized materials to manageable sizes.
Inspect equipment before, during, and after operation to ensure safe and efficient performance.
Conduct daily pre-operational inspections and report mechanical defects or safety concerns.
Follow established procedures for handling slag, scrap, refractory, and other steel mill by-products.
Coordinate with laborers, equipment operators, supervisors, and steel mill personnel to maintain safe work zones.
Monitor work areas for hazards and immediately report unsafe conditions.
Maintain production targets while following safety and environmental requirements.
Assist with housekeeping to keep work areas clean and free of hazards.
Complete operational reports, inspection forms, and production documentation as required.
Participate in safety meetings, training programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Support additional mill service operations as assigned.