Crane Operator

Alter-Trading; Town of Wheaton (WI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Alter Trading is seeking an Equipment Operator for its Eau Claire, WI yard. You will learn to operate the material handler (excavator), front end loader and other equipment to move material safely through our yard, including inspections and routine maintenance. Regular attendance and the ability to read, write and follow procedures are required.

Prior experience operating material handling equipment is beneficial but not required. Must be reliable, trainable, and a team player.

Qualifications

• Prior experience operating equipment is beneficial but not required.
• Must be reliable and have regular attendance.
• Willingness to learn safety procedures and operate equipment responsibly.

Responsibilities

• Perform equipment safety checks.
• Check fluids and back-up alarm; add fluid as needed.
• Perform lubrication and daily service.
• Start equipment and monitor gauges.
• Operate heavy equipment to load/unload trucks and rail cars.
• Move and load rail cars with scrap material.
• Follow shut down procedures and daily checklist.
• Complete daily equipment inspections.
• Maintain housekeeping and comply with safety rules.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Equipment operation

Tools

Forklift

Tractor

Skid steer

Excavator

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Full Time Production Eau Claire, WI, US

Salary Range: $24.00 To $30.00 Hourly

ABOUT THE POSITION:

Remember when you were a kid watching the TV shows with the large magnet or grapple attached to a crane that could pick up piles of scrap metal, a car, or even a bus and you thought that was amazing? Well, that is part of this job! The Equipment Operator is responsible for learning all aspects of the material handler (excavator) operation, front end loader and other equipment to safely move material throughout our yard including inspection, and routine maintenance. Also required is the ability to read, write, and regular and reliable attendance.

ABOUT US:

Alter Trading is looking to add to its Eau Claire, WI Area team. Alter Trading Corporation, a 128-year-old family-owned company, with 67+ scrap metal processing facilities throughout the Midwest, West and Southern regions. Alter is committed to our customers by being the best source of both ferrous and non-ferrous metal and by providing great customer service.

ABOUT YOU:

Previous experience operating any material handling equipment is beneficial but not required. Willingness to be teachable and trainable in the safe operation of our equipment. Must be reliable, trustworthy and a team player.

MORE DETAILS:

• Perform equipment safety check according to checklist.


• Check all equipment fluid for proper levels and back-up alarm for proper operating condition. Add fluid as needed.


• Perform lubrication and other daily service activities according to procedures.


• Start equipment and check gauges for proper operating status.


• Operate Heavy Equipment to load/ unload trucks and rail cars, and feed scrap processing equipment, according to company and safety procedures.


• Move and load rail cars with scrap material as directed.


• Follow shut down procedures at end of shift according to daily checklist.


• Complete daily equipment inspections.


• Follow and comply with all safety and work regulations. Maintain departmental housekeeping standards.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLS TAUGHT AFTER HIRE:

• Education of the scrap industry and workplace environment.


• Company and departmental policies and procedures.


• Knowledge of scrap, both ferrous and/ or nonferrous.


• Basic maintenance and operation of equipment.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Prior Experience operating equipment is beneficial but not required, including but not limited to – forklift, tractor, skid steer etc.


• History of reliable attendance.

Job Seekers with a background as an Equipment Operator, Forklift Driver, Loader Operator, Excavator, or Agriculture typically do well in this position.

Wage: $24.00-$30.00 Based on experience.