Hot Pit Loader Operator

Hot Pit LoaderThe Hot Pit Loader Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of loaders during slag pit digging, quenching, and maintenance activities. This role requires strict adherence to all safety protocols, including performing pre-shift equipment inspections and conducting a 360-degree walk-around visual inspection before operation. Duties include coordinating with pot carriers to control dumping, overseeing the de-skulling process, managing quenching pits, and following correct digging techniques to prevent hazards. This job takes place in an extremely hot environment. The Hot Pit Loader plays a critical role in supporting production while upholding the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and teamwork.Primary Responsibilities:Safely operate loaders during slag pit digging, quenching, and maintenance activitiesPerform pre-shift equipment inspections and conduct a 360 degree walk-around visual inspection of the hot pit loaderKnowledge and experience operating front-end wheel loaders, excavators, screening, crushing, and material conveying systems, street sweepers, skid steers, and other similar equipment.Knowledge of preventative maintenance and cleaning standards.Inspect pits for proper grading, dryness, and berms, and maintain safety equipment in working orderCoordinate with pot carriers, control dumping, oversee de-skulling, manage quenching pits, and follow proper digging techniques to prevent hazardsPad pots with correct amount of slag depending on typeLoad haul trucks safely without overloading or spillingMonitor for water intrusion, stop work if steam or moisture is detected, and implement water abatement measuresClimb in and out of the loader, maintaining 3 points of contact during ingress and egress (2 hands, 1 foot or 2 feet, 1 hand) in contact with grab rails or stair treadsMust be able to activate fire suppression system in case of fire on or in loaderMaintain all required certifications required by OSHA and the company safety programsPerform any other tasks assigned to support and improve the overall team operationsAbility to work independently in a safe and efficient manner and to follow safety policies and procedures. Solid communication, problem-solving and leadership skills.Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required:TeamworkCommunicationTime managementProblem solvingWork Environment:This job takes place in a Steel Mill setting, requiring a sense of high-level safety reverence using the required PPE for the environment.Physical Demand:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak and listen in potentially noisy indoor and outdoor environments. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk on both flat and uneven surfaces, sit, climb stairs, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms. This job requires the employee to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis.Required Education and Experience:High school diploma or GEDValid Driver's LicenseWillingness to work in a Steel MillExperience in a manufacturing or industrial setting preferred but not requiredOther Duties:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with notice.AAP/EEO Statement:Phoenix Global provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.