Crane Operator

Radius Recycling; Auburn (ME); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A recycling company in Auburn, Maine is seeking a Crane Operator responsible for operating hydraulic and cable equipment, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, with experience operating cranes preferred. The role requires adherence to safety protocols and involves various physical activities including operating cranes at significant heights and handling materials. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a safe working environment.

Qualifications

• Related training or experience operating different types of cranes preferred.
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive an automobile required.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to health and safety standards for employees and visitors.
• Operate cranes and ensure load weights are within limits.
• Inspect crane mechanisms and report deficiencies.
• Handle safety and maintenance issues under unpredictable workloads.

Skills

Operating cranes

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or GED certification

Job description

Join to apply for the Crane Operator role at Radius Recycling. The Crane Operator reports to the Terminal Operations Manager or the Shredder Operations Manager and is responsible for operating hydraulic and/or cable equipment to lift and move materials, machines, and products in multiple directions while complying with company Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Strictly adhere to Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards and provide a safe environment for all employees, customers, and visitors.
• Operate cranes or other equipment by moving levers, foot pedals, or dials; determine load weights and check them against lifting capacities to prevent overload.
• Load or unload bundles from trucks or move material to or from containers using moving equipment.
• Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions such as other equipment, workers, or moving objects.
• Align machines with reference stakes, guidelines, ground, or positioning equipment, following hand or audio signals from crew members.
• Coordinate machine actions with other activities, such as positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals.
• Inspect crane mechanisms or lifting accessories and report any equipment deficiencies or malfunctions to the proper supervisor.
• Perform basic sorting of scrap, metal, and debris in preparation for processing.
• Support the Company’s Internal Control process by understanding, communicating, and complying with defined internal controls and suggesting improvements.
• Communicate upward any operational problems, noncompliance with the code of conduct, or other policy violations or illegal actions.
• Handle multiple safety and maintenance issues, adapting to unpredictable workloads and critical deadlines; extra hours may be required on weekends, weekdays, or holidays.

Physical Activities Required

• Operate the crane seat for extended periods up to 60 feet off the ground; stand rarely when walking to and from the worksite.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds rarely; crouch, bend, stoop, or reach at arm’s length and overhead frequently.
• Twist and turn the neck and trunk continually; climb occasionally when entering the crane cab; walk frequently on uneven ground.
• Handle and grasp levers and dials continually; maintain continuous leg and foot motion when using pedals.
• Communicate by speech and hearing continually; maintain visual acuity for constant observation and scrap inspection.
• Demonstrate mental dexterity while working independently with attention to detail and continuous awareness.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED certification required.
• Related training or experience operating different types of cranes preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive an automobile required.

All U.S. applicants must be 18 years of age or older and all Canada applicants must be 16 years of age or older.

Radius Recycling participates in E‑verify for all U.S. new hires.

All new hires must review and sign an Arbitration Agreement. This applies to all U.S. non‑union employees.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Radius Recycling does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, disability status, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, age, prior industrial injury, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status under local, state or federal law.