Heavy Equipment Operator - Wise Staffing : Job Details

Wise Staffing Group has become one of the largest staffing services in the Southeast. With 60 offices, Wise Staffing Group consists of Wise Staffing Services, Labor Source, Resource Management Group, and Wise Medical Staffing Inc. Since 1987, we have proven to be one of the most respected providers of innovative staffing solutions. Wise Staffing Group has developed and offers industry leading services that provide dependable, qualified workers. Each office sets and maintains the same high standards of operation and ongoing commitment to quality services. We consistently work toward superior performance in fulfilling our client's needs! Heavy Equipment Operator: Operators are responsible for the safe, efficient and quality-conscious processing of scrap steel. Assure the work being performed consistently meets or exceeds the expectations of the supervisor by following published policies and procedures. Responsibilities:

• Assist in material transfer and storage.
• Operate heavy equipment used in material handling and loading.
• Upkeep of assigned equipment or tools.
• Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.
• Complete appropriate documentation and paperwork.
• Perform all work in compliance with company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in daily/weekly safety meetings.
• Perform general preventative maintenance activities, repairs, and housekeeping tasks.
• Perform other terminal duties as needed.

Pay Rate: $18-$20 an hour (Depends on Experience) Shift Schedule:

• Must be able to work 12-hour shifts.
• Hours are 6:30am-7:00pm.
• Shift is 4 days on, 4 days off.

Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of recent experience as a heavy equipment operator.
• Experience operating equipment such as dozers, front end loaders, bob cats, skid steers and cranes are preferred.
• Willing to work all shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed and required.
• Able to meet physical requirements including but not limited to, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing up/down ladders and stairs, negotiating uneven and moving surfaces, and frequently lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.
• Perform work in dusty environment and all types of temperature/weather conditions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and vibration.
• Ability to work at heights up to 30 feet. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits: -Essential, Basic and Major Medical Coverage -Dental Coverage -Vision Coverage -Term Life Insurance -For contract to hire positions, other benefits may be offered upon hired on date. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned. The successful candidate will be required to pass a drug screen and a complete background check, after an offer has been extended prior to being employed. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.