Driver Heavy

SA Recycling LLC; Denham Springs (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

SA Recycling LLC in Denham Springs, LA is seeking a Driver Heavy to load and unload scrap metal, inspect materials, and perform DOT daily operations and safety inspections. You will coordinate with the office and customers to determine commodities to load and help ensure a safe, efficient yard environment.

The role requires strong communication, ability to work independently, and a preference for candidates with high school (or GED) and Wheel Loader experience.

Qualifications

• Must pass a medical physical and drug test.
• Must pass a background check.
• Preferred – high school diploma or GED.
• Bi-lingual English and Spanish a plus.
• Experience operating a wheel loader is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks hauling scrap metal.
• Inspect and determine metal grade for inventory tracking.
• Perform DOT daily operation and safety inspection.
• Communicate with office and customers to determine commodities to load.
• Work with customers to satisfy their needs and assist them when problems arise.
• Work with other employees in the scrap metal yard to ensure a safe working environment.
• Perform routine maintenance such as refueling, lubrication, and cleaning.
• Keep work areas neat and orderly.

Skills

Communication

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Wheel Loader experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Wheel Loader

Job description

Driver Heavy# Careers## Driver HeavyApply: Denham Springs, LA: Full time: Posted 8 Days Ago: R-100082**Job Description:****Job Duties** **Including, but not limited to:** Load and unload trucks hauling scrap metal. Inspect and determine metal grade for inventory tracking. Perform DOT daily operation and safety inspection. Communicates with office and customers to determine commodities to load. Works independently when driving scrap metal. Works with customers to satisfy their needs and assist them when problems arise. Work with other employees in the scrap metal yard to ensure a safe working environment. Perform normal daily operation maintenance refueling, lubrication, cooling system cleaning, and housekeeping Clean up work area at the end of shift Keep work areas neat and orderly Regular attendance and punctuality are essential job functions Organizing materials to have more effective use of space Dispose of various waste materials in the appropriate manner Inspection to ensure cleanup is completed Effective housekeeping in workplace area is an ongoing operation for safety and better hygienic conditions for all team members. **Qualifications** Employees in this position prior to April 2014 are presumed to be qualified and are \"grandfathered\" into their positions. Must pass a medical physical and drug test Must pass a background check Preferred – high school diploma or GED and/or foreign education acceptable Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus Ability to: communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills as the job demands Previous experience operating a Wheel Loader a plus **Job Expectations** Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures. **Physical Requirements** **Work Environment:** Scrap metal Recycling and shredder yard **Equipment & Tools:** Trucks up to 18 wheeler, hydraulic truck tilt and lift operations, Box Containers, mechanics tools, **Physical Demand Level:** Light to Moderate, keeps steady when machine in rocking in all directions, climbing fixed ladders **Work Capacity:** Truck Driver Work Capacity **Sensory Demands:** Hearing, vision, touch, smell and taste **Hand Movements:** Repetitive motions, gripping SA Recycling is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.