Heavy Equipment Operator

Enviri Corporation•Newport, AR

20d

About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Operator safely and efficiently operates large mobile equipment to support steel-mill operations. The role supports material movement and production while maintaining strict safety compliance and operational precision in a demanding industrial environment. Operators handle slag, scrap metal, raw materials, and finished by-products, and work in active mill areas where moving equipment, rail traffic, and high-temperature processes are present.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
1–3 years of experience as an equipment operator.
Ability to perform manual labor outdoors, including in elevated areas and extreme weather conditions.
Good communication skills and ability to read operating instructions.
Proactive approach to safety and ability to work well in a team environment.

Responsibilities

Safely operate heavy equipment, including wheel loaders, dozers, excavators, cranes, material handlers, haul trucks, and other support equipment.
Support steel-mill operations through handling slag, scrap metal, raw materials, and finished by-products.
Perform pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and report mechanical or safety concerns.
Operate equipment in compliance with company policies, site procedures, and applicable safety regulations.
Remain aware of surroundings in active mill areas with moving equipment, rail traffic, and high-temperature processes.
Communicate with dispatch, supervisors, and maintenance personnel.
Keep work areas and equipment cabs clean and organized.
Complete required production, inspection, and equipment-operation documentation.
Participate in safety meetings, job safety analyses (JSAs), and ongoing training programs.
Assist with basic equipment care and minor operational adjustments as trained.