Orion Steel
Equipment Operator role at Orion Steel
At our CF&I Recycling - Colorado Springs location we are looking for someone who can operate and maintain heavy, motorized equipment for the purpose of unloading and loading ferrous materials in a safe and efficient manner. In conjunction with the scale operator and office staff, you will unload customers and maintain a steady flow in and out of the yard while minimizing traffic congestion.
Job Description and Responsibilities
Operate heavy motorized equipment used in loading/unloading of ferrous material, including, but not limited to, loaders, crane, grapple crane, shear, and other equipment used to support the variety of activities essential to the yard operations.
Perform preventative maintenance as required, including checking all fluids to ensure motorized equipment is properly maintained.
Loads trucks accurately (proper weights), safely, efficiently and communicate via radio to scale personnel for confirmation of material loaded and any issues that may arise.
Unload transports with ferrous materials, safely and efficiently, sweeping trailers of excess material.
Stockpile/sort metals and place them in the designated areas.
Use hand‑held mobile radio devices to effectively coordinate tasks and resources with yard and scale personnel.
Maintain accurate logs and records daily, weekly and monthly and/or as required by supervision.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Completion of high school and/or equivalent.
Minimum of two (2) consecutive years of experience operating heavy motorized equipment within the last three (3) years.
Recognized heavy equipment experience includes operating loaders, excavators, shears, and material handlers.
Valid driver’s license.
Customer focus: takes responsibility for developing excellent customer service, ensuring all purchases are handled professionally and expeditiously.
Communication skills: communicates clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing and/or via mobile radio devices.
Ability to push, pull and lift materials up to 50 lbs.
Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
Compensation $21 to $26 per hour based upon experience.
Benefits
Competitive wages and bonus opportunities.
Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost.
Short and long term disability programs.
Competitive retirement plans.
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer All applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.
While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.
Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.
If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e‑mail
careers@orionsteel.com
or call: (312) 533-3577. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis.
Join a team that manufactures excellence, drives success and builds careers!
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At our CF&I Recycling - Colorado Springs location we are looking for someone who can operate and maintain heavy, motorized equipment for the purpose of unloading and loading ferrous materials in a safe and efficient manner. In conjunction with the scale operator and office staff, you will unload customers and maintain a steady flow in and out of the yard while minimizing traffic congestion.
Job Description and Responsibilities
Operate heavy motorized equipment used in loading/unloading of ferrous material, including, but not limited to, loaders, crane, grapple crane, shear, and other equipment used to support the variety of activities essential to the yard operations.
Perform preventative maintenance as required, including checking all fluids to ensure motorized equipment is properly maintained.
Loads trucks accurately (proper weights), safely, efficiently and communicate via radio to scale personnel for confirmation of material loaded and any issues that may arise.
Unload transports with ferrous materials, safely and efficiently, sweeping trailers of excess material.
Stockpile/sort metals and place them in the designated areas.
Use hand‑held mobile radio devices to effectively coordinate tasks and resources with yard and scale personnel.
Maintain accurate logs and records daily, weekly and monthly and/or as required by supervision.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Completion of high school and/or equivalent.
Minimum of two (2) consecutive years of experience operating heavy motorized equipment within the last three (3) years.
Recognized heavy equipment experience includes operating loaders, excavators, shears, and material handlers.
Valid driver’s license.
Customer focus: takes responsibility for developing excellent customer service, ensuring all purchases are handled professionally and expeditiously.
Communication skills: communicates clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing and/or via mobile radio devices.
Ability to push, pull and lift materials up to 50 lbs.
Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
Compensation $21 to $26 per hour based upon experience.
Benefits
Competitive wages and bonus opportunities.
Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost.
Short and long term disability programs.
Competitive retirement plans.
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer All applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.
While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.
Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.
If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e‑mail
careers@orionsteel.com
or call: (312) 533-3577. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis.
Join a team that manufactures excellence, drives success and builds careers!
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