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gpac, a recruiting firm with 30+ years in business, is partnered with a well-established company in the structural steel and metals fabrication industry in the Sioux Falls, SD area. Our client is seeking an Equipment Operator to support steel processing and lifting operations safely and productively.
STEEL INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED: candidates must have equipment operation experience in a structural steel or metals fabrication or erection environment.
Position Responsibilities:
- Operate assigned equipment (saws, shears, cranes, or similar) safely
- Process or move material to drawings, cut lists, or lift plans
- Perform pre-use equipment inspections
- Follow safety and quality procedures
- Meet production and project goals
Position Essential Job Functions:
- Read cut lists, drawings, or lift plans
- Set up and run equipment
- Measure and inspect parts or verify loads and rigging
- Communicate with crews, riggers, and signal persons
- Report equipment issues and keep logs
Position Skills:
- Required: Experience in the structural steel or metals fabrication/erection industry
- 1+ years of equipment operation in fabrication, manufacturing, or construction
- NCCCO certification required for crane roles
- Ability to read drawings, tape measures, or load charts
- Forklift and overhead crane experience a plus
- Strong safety awareness and reliable attendance
Benefits:
- Competitive salary of $40,000 - $48,000 per year
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development opportunities
To apply, contact Clint Long at clint.long@gogpac.com or 605-370-5504.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.