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Heavy Equipment Operator
Metro Group Inc Salt Lake City, UT

Heavy Equipment Operator

Metro Group Inc
Salt Lake City, UT
Expired: April 24, 2024 Applications are no longer accepted.
  • $21 Hourly
  • Vision , Medical , Dental , Paid Time Off , Life Insurance , Retirement
  • Full-Time
Job Description
Company Info
Metro Group is looking for a self-starting individual who is ready to grow with a company who values constantly improving, providing a "WOW" customer service experience, has integrity, who is positive and optimistic, who works safely, and has a strong work ethic. As a Heavy Equipment Operator, your responsibilities will include driving various equipment to safely load and unload trucks and trailers and move scrap metal for recycling.

To be successful as a Heavy Equipment Operator you should be comfortable operating a variety of machines including front-end loaders, forklifts, skid-loaders, and material handlers. Ultimately, a top Heavy Equipment Operator should be able to ensure the safe movement of scrap metal material.

Basic Responsibilities:
  • Safely operate industrial heavy equipment including but not limited to skid-loaders, forklifts, front-end loaders, and/or cranes
  • Load and unload material from vehicles and trailers
  • Inspect equipment before and after use to ensure proper operating
  • Communicate need for maintenance or repair to the maintenance department
  • Adhere to safety policies and procedures
  • Provide exceptional customer service to clients and customers
  • Any other duties/tasks as assigned

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • 2+ years previous heavy equipment operation - excavator/track-hoe experience needed
  • Previous experience in a manufacturing heavy industrial environment preferred
  • Strong work ethic
  • Dependability
  • Ability to lift upwards of 50lbs safely on occasion
  • Able to safely climb in and out of equipment
  • Customer service mentality

Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life/AD&D
  • Flexible Savings Account/Health Savings Account
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 7 paid holidays
  • 401k w/ Metro matching up to 4% (employees eligible after 1 year of employment)
  • $500 Employee Referral Bonus
  • $500 Employee Retention Bonus
  • Safety Incentives
  • Company Parties
  • Extra Mile Program
  • Employee Assistance Program

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