Equipment Operator - Heavy
Listed on 2026-08-14
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Forklift Operator, Material Handler, General Labor
Equipment Operator - Heavy
Sims Limited (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling and circular solutions for technology. We play a critical role in advancing circularity and decarbonization by supplying recycled materials and re-purposed products that help preserve our planet. At Sims, we believe in developing our people. With a strong promote-from-within philosophy and a range of programs that support continuous learning, we offer opportunities for meaningful, long-term careers.
Job Summary:
Operates material handler (grapple/magnet) and front-end loaders (>9 tons), and forklift to assist unloading customers and load trailers to prepare for transport of scrap materials. Inspects incoming material and grades accordingly.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Adhere to all SMM safety policies.
- Load and unload customer's trucks/vehicles.
- Performs routine maintenance on loader such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning.
- Completes inspection report prior to using equipment.
- Perform and maintain general housekeeping.
- Provides a safe environment for all employees, customers, and visitors.
Qualifications:
- The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- 3 to 5 years' experience operating heavy equipment.
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Must pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.
- Ability to read and comprehend instructions, procedures, correspondence, and memos.
- Ability to speak and understand English.
Safety Sensitive Position A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world's safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment.
To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Principles of
Purpose:
Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.
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