Crane Operator

American-Iron-; Quebec; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety boots provided

Day shift 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is seeking a Crane Operator to join our Venier yard team in a hands-on role requiring outdoor work. You will operate the crane and other heavy equipment, participate in the full flow of materials, and perform sorting and sorting-related tasks in a dynamic environment.

The position is suitable for physically capable candidates who thrive in team settings and can adapt to changing priorities, with a safety-first mindset and relevant heavy equipment experience.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment (crane, loader, or equivalent).
• Comfortable in a physical outdoor environment.
• Strong ability to work as part of a team and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Operate the crane and participate in general yard activities.
• Sort and identify metals and assess non-sellable materials.
• Receive, unload, and route metals to appropriate areas.
• Verify the quality of materials received and handled.
• Transport and organize non-ferrous material bins on site.
• Use various equipment (crane, loader, forklift as needed).
• Load ferrous products destined for customers.
• Perform manual tasks related to daily operations (sorting, handling, organizing materials).

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Team player

Outdoor work

Education

Class 5 driver's licence (Quebec)

Job description

American Iron & Metal (AIM)is a family-owned business and a recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with over 135 locations and 4,000 employees worldwide. We have continued to thrive over the past eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers.

Be part of the AIM team, a growing organization specializing in metal recycling, demolition, industrial repurposing, and large-scale materials management. Here, hands-on fieldwork is at the heart of our operations.

We are proud to actively contribute to a more sustainable future by transforming materials and giving them a second life.

It’s simple; we do it well. We strive for excellence.

What we offer:

• Full-time temporary position;
• Stable daytime schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM;
• Brand new steel-toed safety boots provided upon hiring;
• A dynamic, stimulating, and enjoyable work environment!

Job Description

We are looking for a Crane Operatorwho enjoys hands‑on fieldwork and does not want to be limited to a single machine.

In this role, you will be at the heart of our Venier team's yard operations and will actively participate in the full flow of materials. You will operate the crane, as well as other heavy equipment as the day's needs require (loader, forklift, etc.).

This position is highly versatile, active, and physically demanding. The work also includes manual metal sorting and physical outdoor work, in addition to equipment operation. A large portion of the tasks takes place in the field, on the move, in collaboration with the team.

What you will be responsible for:

• Operating the crane and participating in general yard activities;
• Sorting and identifying metals (testing, magnets, etc.) and assessing non‑sellable materials;
• Receiving, unloading, and routing metals to the appropriate areas;
• Verifying the quality of materials received and handled;
• Transporting and organizing non‑ferrous material bins on site;
• Using various equipment (crane, loader, forklift as needed);
• Loading ferrous products destined for customers;
• Performing manual tasks related to daily operations (sorting, handling, and organizing materials).

Qualifications

To join our team:

• You have experience operating heavy equipment (crane, loader, or equivalent);
• You are comfortable in a physical and outdoor environment;
• You have a strong ability to work as part of a team and adapt to changing priorities;
• You have a well‑developed sense of occupational health and safety;
• You have a proactive, field‑oriented attitude;
• You hold a Class 5 driver’s licence (essential asset);
• You have experience in a scrap yard or in recycling (strong asset).

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