Equipment Operator

Patterns india; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Patterns india is seeking a reliable Equipment Operator in Chattanooga, TN. You will operate heavy equipment to load/unload containers and trailers, and move scrap metal and other materials around the recycling yard.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 1 year of crane and loader experience, and the ability to follow instructions. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, with responsibilities including inspections and coordinating with truck drivers.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1 year experience operating hydraulic crane and wheeled bucket loader.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
• Ability to follow written or oral instructions and learn new tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to load and unload scrap metal and debris.
• Determine load weights and verify against lifting capacities.
• Identify and grade inbound scrap; reject unacceptable items.
• Drain and remove fluids and gases from autos, refrigerators, etc.
• Direct truck drivers for loading/unloading scrap metal or other materials.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report defects or repairs.

Skills

Bi-lingual (English and Spanish)

Instruction following

Willingness to learn

Education

High School diploma, GED Certification, or equivalent work experience

Tools

Hydraulic crane operation

Wheeled bucket loader

Job description

We are looking for a hard-working, reliable and safe-minded individual to join our team as an Equipment Operator. As an Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of a heavy equipment to load and unload containers and trailers, and lift and move scrap metal and other materials around the recycling yard.

Responsibilities of an Equipment Operator

• Operate a various heavy equipment to load and unload scrap metal and debris in preparation for processing or shipping.
• Determine load weights and verify against lifting capacities to prevent overloads and dangerous situations.
• Identify and grade inbound scrap and reject unacceptable items.
• Drain and remove fluids and gasses from autos, refrigerators, air conditioners, etc.
• Direct truck drivers into proper position for loading and unloading of scrap metal or other materials.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report any concerns, defects or needed repairs to supervisor.

Qualifications of Equipment Operator

• High School diploma, GED Certification, or equivalent work experience.
• 1-year experience operating a hydraulic crane and wheeled bucket loader; operations in the scrap metal or construction industries preferred.
• Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) a plus.
• Ability to carry out instructions provided in written or oral form.
• Ability to learn new tasks as assigned required.