Yard Operator I - Cambridge

Gerdau; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Gerdau in Cambridge, Ontario, is seeking a Yard Operator I to join our hands-on operations team. You will help maintain a safe, efficient yard, operate loaders and material handlers, and contribute to daily processing of ferrous and non-ferrous materials.

As part of a culture built on safety and teamwork, you will inspect materials, support inventory, and deliver strong customer service while embracing outdoor work and ongoing skill development with opportunities to grow your career at Gerdau.

Qualifications

• Experience with heavy equipment is a plus.
• Willingness to learn scrap grading and recycling operations.
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Operate loaders, material handlers, and other equipment safely.
• Inspect scrap materials for quality and standards.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and processing materials.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and maintenance checks.
• Support inventory management and efficiency initiatives.
• Deliver customer service and collaborate with your team.
• Participate in daily safety activities and uphold safety culture.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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YARD OPERATOR I - Cambridge

Date: Sep 25, 2026

At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose

Are you looking for a hands-on career where no two days are the same? Join Gerdau as a Yard Operator and become an essential part of our operations team!

As a Yard Operator, you'll play a key role in maintaining safe, efficient, and productive yard operations. From inspecting and grading scrap materials to operating heavy equipment and supporting daily yard activities, you'll be part of a team that keeps our business moving forward.

What You'll Do:

• Operate loaders, material handlers, and other mobile equipment safely and efficiently
• Inspect incoming and outgoing scrap materials for quality and environmental standards
• Assist with loading, unloading, and processing ferrous and non-ferrous materials
• Perform daily equipment inspections and routine maintenance checks
• Support inventory management and operational efficiency initiatives
• Deliver outstanding customer service and work collaboratively with your team
• Participate in daily safety activities and uphold Gerdau's strong safety culture

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience operating heavy equipment is an asset
• Interest in learning scrap grading and recycling operations
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork
• Problem-solving skills and a positive work ethic
• High school education preferred
• A desire to grow your skills and build a career with Gerdau

Why Join Gerdau?

At Gerdau, we invest in our people and provide opportunities for growth, development, and advancement. If you enjoy working outdoors, operating equipment, and being part of a hardworking team, we'd love to hear from you.

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Additional Information:

All uniforms and PPE provided
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $27.26 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate: - Cambridge, ON - reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person - In Compliance with Ontario's Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization.

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. All external applicants must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship.

If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or [e-mail]