What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator position at LSI Staffing?
Heavy Machine Operator – Excavator Operator (2nd Shift)
We are hiring an experienced Excavator Operator for a heavy industrial recycling facility. This role focuses on safely and efficiently operating equipment to support wire shredding and material processing operations.
Pay & Schedule
Pay Range: $25 – $28 per hour
Shift: 2nd Shift - Schedule: Monday – Saturday
Hours: 4:00 PM – 4:15 AM
Experience required
Working Conditions
This is a heavy industrial environment with exposure to noise, dust, and indoor/outdoor work.
We are hiring an experienced Excavator Operator for a heavy industrial recycling facility. This role focuses on safely and efficiently operating equipment to support wire shredding and material processing operations.
Pay & Schedule
Pay Range: $25 – $28 per hour
Shift: 2nd Shift - Schedule: Monday – Saturday
Hours: 4:00 PM – 4:15 AM
Experience required
- Experience operating excavators, forklifts, or skid steers
- Mechanical aptitude
- Ability to follow safety procedures and adapt to changing conditions
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, production-driven environment
- Ability to identify and sort ferrous and non-ferrous materials
- Operate excavator to feed wire shredder
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment (blade changes, clean-outs, etc.)
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment
- Follow all safety policies and attend safety meetings
- Meet production goals for sorting, loading, and shredding
- Maintain quality control of finished materials
- Support maintenance of equipment (excavators, forklifts, skid steers, etc.)
- Other duties as assigned
Working Conditions
This is a heavy industrial environment with exposure to noise, dust, and indoor/outdoor work.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
- Frequent bending, twisting, and overhead work
- Requires PPE including steel-toe boots, safety glasses, and hearing protection
- Work may involve uneven surfaces and elevated areas
How to Apply:
Apply directly to this posting
Walk-in hours:
Monday–Friday, 9am–11am or 1pm–3:30pm
LSI Staffing
1625 Swift St
North Kansas City, MO 64116
Text: 816-489-7850 (include position name)
Email: lsinkc@lsistaffing.com (put job title in subject line)
Location/Region: Kansas City, Missouri
Salary : $25 - $28