Heavy Equipment Operator - Scrap Processing

Orion Steel Group • Portland, OR

21h

About The Position

Oregon Steel Mills LLC is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for scrap processing. The role operates mobile equipment and scrap-burning equipment to handle, sort, and process scrap metal. The operator unloads and loads scrap from trucks and railcars, grades incoming and outgoing material, maintains separated inventory, performs basic equipment upkeep and daily safety inspections, maintains records, and keeps the work area clean and safe. The starting wage is $27.50 per hour, with monthly bonus opportunities. Applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.

Requirements

• Ability to become an Oregon Steel Mills Certified Forklift Operator.
• Ability to become an Oregon Steel Mills Certified Mobile Crane Operator.
• Ability to learn, retain, and apply new knowledge.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Flexibility, willingness to learn, and acceptance of changes in job duties.
• Excellent math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and accurate number identification.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Good spatial and relational perception.
• Knowledge of hand communication signals for crane and ground communications.
• Ability to use basic hand tools, including wrenches, hammers, and screwdrivers.
• Ability to work in an environment subject to fluctuations in heat and humidity, odors, dust, and noise.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and/or overtime.
• Must be eligible to work in the USA.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile equipment, including forklifts, front loaders, mobile cranes, and heavy trucks.
• Operate scrap-burning equipment.
• Unload and load scrap metal from trucks and railcars.
• Grade incoming and outgoing scrap while keeping inventory separated.
• Maintain equipment using basic hand tools.
• Perform daily safety inspections of all equipment.
• Keep accurate and legible records.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, keeping areas free from scrap and debris.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Monthly bonus opportunities.
• Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost.
• Short- and long-term disability programs.
• Competitive retirement plans, including a 401(k) plan with a 5% employer match and an additional employer-funded retirement savings account.
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Employer-provided and voluntary life insurance options.
• Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays.
• Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed