Heavy Equipment Operator

Looking for steady work without chasing job sites every week? Ready for a career where weather doesn't control your paycheck?At Service Center Metals in Prince George, VA, we offer just that.Step into a powerful role as a Heavy Equipment Operator, where you'll command wheel loaders and high-impact machinery that keep our aluminum production moving-rain, shine, and everything in between. No more long commutes to random locations. No more lost hours when the forecast turns bad.At SCM, you'll find:A single, stable worksiteYear-round, reliable hoursStrong benefitsA safety-driven cultureA team that values skill, dedication, and long-term growthMust Haves:Be dependable and accountableExcellent attendanceA great attitude is a MUSTThe ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift including days, nights, and two weekends a month2-3 years' experience operating heavy equipmentAble to reach, stoop, bend, and lift, up to 50 lbs. daily and 75 lbs. occasionallyWork effectively in hot (120) and cold temperatures for long periods of timeHigh School Graduate or GEDJob Duties:Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean orderly work areasCompletes pre-check equipment inspections on equipment and reports any malfunctionsOperating equipment in a safe manner, also ensuring proper maintenance of machineryActively participates in performing safety observations on fellow Team Members, and using behavior-based safety methodology to continuously improve their own safe work habitsInspect scrap for hazardous materialsStage scrap in appropriate storage areas to await inspectionMonitor charging equipmentElectronically capture weights for maintaining accurate inventoryLoad scrap containers with correct materialsMaintain a consistent and organized flow of material within the facility and communicate with all levels of the organization.Benefits of joining the SCM Team:Weekly Production and quarterly bonusesVacation and Sick Pay401K with company matchHealth Savings Plan with company matchFree on-site health clinicGym Membership discountOvertime opportunitiesEmployee Assistance ProgramAdvancement opportunitiesMedical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Created: 2026-04-02