Equipment Operator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Choice of Medical plans

401k with Company Match

Weekly Pay

Referral Incentives

Company provided uniforms and PPE

Safety and Profitability Bonuses

Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

A leading recycling company in El Paso is seeking an Equipment Operator for safe operation of heavy equipment in a recycling yard. Responsibilities include loading scrap metal and ensuring safety compliance. With required experience and a focus on safety, this role offers a competitive pay structure and full-time employment. Bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience operating a hydraulic crane and wheeled bucket loader preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions in written or oral form.
• Ability to learn new tasks as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to load and unload scrap metal.
• Determine load weights and verify against capacities.
• Identify and grade inbound scrap materials.
• Drain fluids and gases from autos, refrigerators, air conditioners, etc.
• Direct truck drivers for loading/unloading of scrap metal or other materials.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report issues.
• Comply with SA Recycling safety, health, and environmental rules and procedures.

Skills

Operating heavy equipment

Understanding safety regulations

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Education

High School diploma or GED

GED equivalent

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
• Advancement Opportunities

Responsibilities

• 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.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing