Heavy Equipment Operator

American Iron and Metal; Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading metal recycling company in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures is seeking a skilled Crane Operator to safely operate cranes for loading and unloading materials. The role involves conducting inspections and collaborating with team members. Candidates must hold a valid Crane Operator certification and have at least one year of experience in a heavy industrial setting. The company offers competitive wages, benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive wage

RRSP matching program

Annual tuition scholarship up to $8,500

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience operating a crane in a heavy industrial setting.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately position and handle materials.
• Solid understanding of safety protocols related to crane operation.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a crane to load and unload trucks and containers.
• Lift and transport metal materials using attachments such as magnets or grapples.
• Conduct pre and post inspections of the crane, including maintenance.

Skills

Crane operation

Attention to detail

Safety protocols

Collaboration

Education

Valid Crane Operator certification

Tools

Crane

Loader

Shear

Job description

Company Description

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers.

Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products.

We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all.

It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence.

What we offer!

• A competitive wage, vacation, benefits and an RRSP matching program
• Annual AIM tuition scholarship program up to $8,500 per eligible dependents
• The tools and support needed to be successful in your career and professional development
• A dynamic & rewarding work environment that is also a lot of fun!

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Crane Operator to join our team here in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures from Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM – 14:30 PM. As a Crane Operator, you will be responsible for operating the crane to lift, move, position, and place materials safely and efficiently throughout the yard.

What you’re responsible for:

• Safely operating a crane to load and unload trucks and containers, ensuring proper weight distribution
• Lifting and transporting metal materials using attachments such as magnets or grapples
• Collaborating and communicating effectively with team members, supervisors, and other personnel in the yard
• Conducting pre and post inspections of the crane, including overall crane maintenance
• You may be asked to operate the following heavy equipment: Crane, Shear, Loader

Qualifications

• You have a valid Crane Operator certification
• You have a minimum of 1 year of experience operating a crane in a heavy industrial setting
• You have strong attention to detail and the ability to accurately position and handle different types of materials
• You have a solid understanding of safety protocols and procedures related to crane operation and material handling
• You have familiarity with various crane attachments, such as magnets or grapples

Additional Information

American Iron and Metal (AIM) and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, skin color, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other class protected under applicable employment laws.