Equipment Operator

SA Recycling LLC; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Choice of 2 Medical plans

401k with Company Match

Weekly Pay

Referral Incentives

Uniforms and PPE Provided

Safety and Profitability Bonuses

Job summary

SA Recycling LLC is seeking an Equipment Operator to safely operate heavy equipment for loading/unloading scrap metal and materials in our recycling yard. The role requires attention to load weights, safe handling, and clear communication with truck drivers.

The job is outdoors in varying weather conditions; a HS diploma or GED is required and bilingual English/Spanish is a plus. Compensation is hourly and based on experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent work experience.
• 1 year experience operating hydraulic crane and wheeled bucket loader; preferred in scrap/construction.
• Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) 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 for processing or shipping.
• Determine load weights and verify against capacities to prevent overloads.
• Identify inbound scrap and reject unacceptable items.
• Drain and remove fluids and gases from autos, refrigerators, etc.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Follow instructions

Learn new tasks

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hydraulic crane

Wheeled bucket loader

Job description

We are looking for a hard-working, reliable and safety minded individual to join our team as an Equipment Operator. As a 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.

This position will work outside in varying weather conditions, and SA Recycling strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Hourly rate will be determined by experience.

SA Recycling offers:

• Competitive Pay
• Choice of 2 Medical plans, with Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401k with a Company Match
• Weekly Pay
• Referral Incentives
• Company provided uniforms and PPE
• Eligible for Safety and Profitability Bonuses

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.
• Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.

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.

PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check with a credit check (if position specified).

All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

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