Gerdau

Mobile Equipment Operator- Scrap Yard

LocationPetersburg, VA
Salary$41,600-$45,760

About This Job


LOCATION:

Posted on Jun 26, 2025
Petersburg, Virginia, United States


AREA:


Production & Operations

MOBILE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - SCRAP YARD

Do you love working outdoors and driving large equipment? Are you knowledgeable about mobile equipment? Do you want to work in a rugged and exciting environment? Join us as we build the future and the Gerdau We Are Creating.

$633390 - $68350/ year which includes $20.43 an hour and after 90 days goes to $22.08, biweekly production bonus, shift premiums, and 354 annual hours of built in overtime.


WE HAVE:

A strong global presence with mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams, flat-rolled steel, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the automotive industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.
A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation and creates products that serve humanity.
An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability.
A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology.


WE OFFER:

Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
Parental Leave
100% Matching 401K up to 6%
Life/Accidental Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Health Advocate Services
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Career Path System and Training
An empowering and open culture with the opportunity to grow and create


YOUR QUALIFICATIONS:

Successful completion of an entrance exam.
Basic computer and math skills.
1-3 years manufacturing or industrial experience.
Flexibility to work rotating schedule with nights and weekends.


YOUR PURPOSE:

You will operate all mobile equipment including loaders, man-lifts, forklifts, and cranes to transfer material in the metal scrap yard.


YOUR WORK:

Perform daily preventative maintenance on vehicles and mobile equipment.
Perform minor mechanical repairs to mobile equipment and maintain a clean work area.
Visually inspect scrap for non-conformities.
Load scrap buckets, trucks, and railcars within safe load capacity.
Maintain communication with coworkers through two-way radio and hand signals.
Assist maintenance personnel as needed.


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to climb stairs, climb ladders, reach, squat, tolerate prolonged standing/walking, balance, bend, operate mobile equipment, crawl, kneel, and push and pull objects.
Ability to reach, squat, and tolerate prolonged sitting.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to operate hand controls with both hands and foot pedals with both feet.
Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.
Ability to work in cramped quarters and at heights.
Ability to work a rotating shift schedule including days, nights and weekends.

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com

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