Excavator Operator

American Iron and Metal; Baie-Comeau; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

American Iron and Metal is seeking an effective operator for metal recycling operations in Baie-Comeau. This role involves unloading trucks, quality checking materials, sorting metals, and ensuring site cleanliness. Ideal candidates will have experience in the industry and a strong commitment to health and safety.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Vacation and benefits

RRSP matching program

Tuition scholarship program

Dynamic and rewarding work environment

Qualifications

• One (1) to three (3) years of experience in a similar position.
• Knowledge of metal recycling is a major asset.
• Capable of driving and operating heavy vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Unload trucks and check the quality of materials.
• Sort different metals according to their characteristics.
• Perform general equipment maintenance.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to Health and Safety

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 salary, vacation, benefits, and an RRSP matching program
• AIM’s annual tuition scholarship program of up to $8,500 per eligible dependent
• The tools and support needed to succeed in your career and professional development
• A dynamic and rewarding work environment that’s also a lot of fun!

Job Description

What you’ll be responsible for:

• Unloading trucks and checking the quality of materials
• Loading the melting pots using the excavator
• Sorting different metals according to their characteristics using the excavator
• Assisting with torch cutting when needed
• Ensuring the site remains clean at all times
• Performing general equipment maintenance
• Operating the wheel loader when needed
• Washing the machine when required
• Performing any other related tasks

Qualifications

To join our team:

• You have one (1) to three (3) years of experience in a similar position
• You have knowledge of metal recycling (a major asset)
• You are capable of driving and operating heavy vehicles
• You have a strong sense of responsibility and are always vigilant
• You are a good communicator
• You enjoy teamwork
• You are conscientious about health and safety at work
• You are comfortable working indoors and/or outdoors