Top 106 Heavy equipment operator Jobs in East Saint Louis, Il

Heavy Equipment Operator - Excavator /Material Handler
Mighty River Recycling LLC —Madison, IL
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to sit for extended periods
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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CDL Dump Truck Driver
Byrne & Jones —St. Louis, MO
- From $27 an hour
- Full-time
- CDL B
- Construction site
- DOT physical examination
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Heavy Equipment Operator / Laborer - Caseyville, IL
RJ Corman Railroad Group —Caseyville, IL
- $25 - $29 an hour
- Overtime
- Construction site
- Heavy equipment operation
- DOT physical examination
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
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Overhead Crane Operator
Crown Staffing —Saint Charles, MO
- $24 an hour
- Full-time
- In person
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Fair chance
- In-person
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Loader Operator
GardenCore LLC —Sauget, IL
- $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Heavy Equipment Operator - Sauget / Cahokia, IL
Watco Transloading, LLC —Sauget, IL
- $20 - $27 an hour
- Overtime
- Schematics
- Construction site
- CDL A
- Paid training
- Health savings account
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Trackhoe / Heavy Equipment Operator - Caseyville, IL
R.J. Corman Railroad Services LLC —Caseyville, IL
- $18.46 - $36.94 an hour
- Overtime
- Construction site
- DOT physical examination
- Pass drug screening
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
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Equipment Operator, Journeyman or Apprentice
Goodwin Brothers Construction Company —St. Louis, MO
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Construction site
- Pass drug screening
Equipment Operator II
Terracon —St. Louis, MO
- $25.25 - $35.25 an hour
- Management
- Construction site
- Computer literacy
Operator
Cannon Utility Services —Belleville, IL
- Weekends as needed
- Construction site
- CDL A
- Mid-level
Operator
Ostara —St. Louis, MO
- From $28.92 an hour
- Basic math
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
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Heavy Equipment Operator I (Water)
City of St. Louis —St. Louis, MO
- $47,424 - $71,110 a year
- Full-time
- CDL A
- Forklift
- Residential
Heavy Equipment Operator
St. Louis Composting —Valley Park, MO
- $21 - $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Continuous improvement
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Equipment Operator
KEMRON Environmental Services, Inc. —St. Louis, MO
- $20 - $37 an hour
- Overtime
- Construction site
- Heavy equipment operation
- 5 years
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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Heavy Equipment Operator I
City of St. Louis —St. Louis, MO
- $47,424 - $71,110 a year
- Full-time
- CDL B
- Basic math
- CDL A
Dual Operator - 3rd Shift
Eaton —Troy, IL
- $24.56 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Forklift
- Fair chance
- Paid parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
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Equipment Operator
Streib Company —St. Louis, MO
- Extended hours
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Electrical experience
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Operator - St Louis, MO
Millstone Weber —St. Louis, MO
- Construction site
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
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Vac Excavation Crew
Merriweather Utility Services —Dupo, IL
- $25 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Construction site
- CDL
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Off-Road Truck Driver
Central Stone Company —Florissant, MO
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Heavy Equipment Operator - Excavator /Material Handler

Mighty River Recycling LLC
Madison, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$20 - $25 an hour
2 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Excavator
Grapple operation
Automotive preventive maintenance inspections
High school diploma or GED
Hydraulic system maintenance
Loader operation
Truck loading and unloading
Materials handling
Material handling equipment operation
Mechanical knowledge
Material handling equipment maintenance

Full Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and safety-minded Material Handler Operator to join our metal recycling operation in Madison, IL. In this role, you will primarily operate high-capacity material handlers (such as a Fuchs MH331 or similar hydraulic scrap handling equipment equipped with grapples and electromagnets) to unload, sort, feed, and load scrap metal across our yard.

The ideal candidate has proven experience operating rubber-tired or crawler material handlers in a scrap recycling, steel mill, or heavy industrial environment and possesses a strong commitment to equipment care, operational safety, and yard efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Equipment Operation: Safely and efficiently operate material handlers (Fuchs MH331, Sennebogen, Cat, or equivalent) equipped with scrap grapples and electro-magnets.
Scrap Processing & Sorting: Load and unload scrap metal from trailers, railcars, trucks, and shear/shredder feed tables. Sort ferrous and non-ferrous materials into designated storage bins or stockpiles.
Yard Logistics: Manage scrap stockpiles to optimize space and maintain clear traffic lanes for trucks, equipment, and yard personnel.
Pre- & Post-Shift Inspections: Perform routine daily inspections (walk-arounds, fluid checks, greasing, hydraulic hose checks, and cab cleanliness). Report maintenance needs or mechanical issues promptly to line management/maintenance.
Safety & Compliance: Adhere strictly to company safety protocols, OSHA standards, and yard Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements at all times.
Team Collaboration: Communicate effectively via two-way radio with weighmasters, truck drivers, yard ground personnel, and site management to coordinate movement safely.

Qualifications & Requirements

Experience: Minimum 2+ years of hands-on experience operating heavy material handlers (specifically high-cab Fuchs, Sennebogen, Caterpillar, or Liebherr equipment) in a scrap yard, demolition, or recycling facility is preferred.
Attachment Proficiency: Proven skill operating hydraulic scrap grapples and magnet attachments.
Scrap Identification: Knowledge of basic ferrous and non-ferrous metal grades is preferred.
Mechanically Inclined: Basic knowledge of heavy equipment maintenance, hydraulic systems, and daily PM (preventative maintenance) checks.
Safety First Mindset: Excellent spatial awareness, high attention to surrounding ground traffic/pedestrians, and a clean safety record.
Work Ethic: Reliable attendance, self-motivated, and capable of working productively with minimal direct supervision.
Certifications: Heavy equipment operator certifications or OSHA safety training is a plus. High School Diploma or GED required.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Exposure to outdoor weather conditions year-round (heat, cold, dust, rain/snow).
Ability to climb in and out of elevated operator cabs safely using proper 3-point contact.
Must be able to sit for extended periods while operating controls and maneuver smoothly in active yard conditions.
Standard steel-toe boots, hard hat, high-visibility vest, safety glasses, and hearing protection required on duty.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Health insurance
Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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