Equipment Operator - Scrap Metal

Kinder Morgan•Birmingham, AL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Kinder Morgan is hiring an Equipment Operator to process scrap steel safely, efficiently, and with attention to quality at its Birmingham Terminal in Birmingham, Alabama. Operators follow published policies and procedures and ensure their work consistently meets or exceeds supervisor expectations. The position may also perform other terminal duties as assigned. This is an entry-level opportunity with a starting wage of $23.93 per hour; job level is based on skills and experience. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, the ability to work cooperatively under supervision, and the physical ability to perform demanding terminal work. Candidates must pass a background check and post-offer and random drug screens. The employee must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed, and respond to assigned call-outs.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Ability to accept supervision and direction and work effectively and cooperatively with others.
Possess safety training and security certification required by customers at their facilities and by Kinder Morgan locations.
Ability to deal with evolving operating conditions involving few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to focus attention and follow work rules.
Aptitude for completing and maintaining necessary records.
Successfully pass background checks and post-offer and random drug screens.
Meet physical requirements that include walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing ladders and stairs, negotiating uneven and moving surfaces, and frequently lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work at heights up to 30 feet.
Willingness to work all shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed and required.
Availability to respond to call-outs as assigned.

Responsibilities

Assist with material transfer and storage.
Operate heavy equipment used in material handling and loading.
Maintain assigned equipment and tools.
Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.
Complete appropriate documentation and paperwork.
Perform work in compliance with company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Participate in daily and weekly safety meetings.
Perform general preventive maintenance, repairs, and housekeeping tasks.
Perform other terminal duties as needed.