Heavy Equipment Operator

Company Description

Harsco Environmental is the premier provider of material processing and environmental services to the global steel and metals industries. Our onsite mill services and resource recovery services offer sustainable solutions that maximize environmental benefit and return valuable raw material into production. We also have developed a range of by-products for specialized applications across industry, construction and agriculture, which utilize Harsco’s expertise in mineral materials.

This position is responsible for day‑to‑day Heavy Equipment Operation activities at a steel metal recovery plant. Running equipment such as loaders, excavators, skidsteer, heavy‑duty trucks and cranes. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Performs routine mobile equipment pre‑start and post‑inspections and records activity on inspection sheets.
• Follows all plant safety guidelines for the safe operations of heavy mobile equipment.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 – 3 year’s experience as an equipment operator.
• Ability to do manual labor in an outdoor environment that may include elevated areas and extreme weather conditions.
• Good communications skills, and the ability to read operating instructions.
• Proactive in safety and works well in a team environment.

We offer competitive benefits, including health insurance, life insurance and disability plans, as well as a 401(k) with company matching.

Harsco Environmental is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.