Mobile Equipment Operator

Cleveland-Cliffs•Toledo, OH

28d•Onsite

About The Position

Cleveland-Cliffs is hiring a Mobile Equipment Operator at its Toledo, Ohio HBI plant. The operator uses various mobile equipment across the site on a rotating shift, loads HBI product onto railcars and trucks, and moves material from the remet bunker to locations around the site using front-end loaders. The role also uses and maintains the cleanliness of other site equipment, including water trucks, street sweepers, and skid steers. The operator works with the control room, maintenance, engineering, and contractors to support effective site operations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of related experience as an equipment operator in an industrial environment.
Ability to work collaboratively as a team player.
Positive, high-energy, self-motivated approach.
Ability to multitask, perform under stressful conditions, and respond and adapt to changing conditions.
Ability to work at heights.
Availability to work as needed on both a scheduled and call-out basis, and ability to work at the assigned job site.
Willingness to work shifts and assist in other areas of the department or site as needed.
Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds, and to wear personal protective equipment.
Ability to work in a plant environment with noise, dust, dirt, vibrations, and extreme climate or weather changes.
Must be currently legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

Two-year degree from an accredited vocational or technical school.
Operational knowledge of skid steers, front-end loaders, and forklifts.

Responsibilities

Follow safety standards and maintain equipment and surrounding areas in good condition to support uninterrupted operations.
Operate mobile equipment, including front-end loaders, skid steers, forklifts, water trucks, and street sweepers.
Load HBI product onto railcars and trucks and move material from the remet bunker to other site locations.
Inspect equipment, clean and lubricate it, and perform regular safety checks to identify maintenance or repair needs.
Recognize upset conditions and take appropriate corrective action.
Identify operating irregularities, troubleshoot, and correct equipment performance issues or relay details to craft, control room, and supervisory personnel.
Safely isolate operating equipment from energy sources so maintenance can be performed.
Assist operators and mechanical and electrical maintenance personnel as required.
Follow procedures accurately and provide timely feedback about conditions to the supervisor.
Inspect and fuel vehicles and monitor gauges and other indicators to ensure safe operation.
Provide written or verbal turnover information to oncoming crew members.
Perform other duties as assigned.